Solve Your Window Woes with Curtain Couture

When you think about the phrase “well dressed” usually fashion and food come to mind, but what about windows? Windows have the ability to transform a good space into a great room. They let in light, breezes, and gorgeous views. However, as any home stager or designer will tell you: curtains matter too. Although the scenery your window overlooks has a huge impact on its effect in a room, the way it’s dressed does as well. Are you suffering from window woes? Does your window need a new treatment? The doctor is in! Check out the curtain couture below and get inspired.

6 Wonderful Windows & Why We Love Them

1. Simplicity - These classic roman blinds flow nicely with the primarily white bedroom, and don't overpower the space.

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2. Layering - Try mixing curtains with your roman blinds; this will add some depth (and drama if you use a bold pattern like they did here).

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Note the "puddling" (the excess curtain fabric on the ground) - your curtains should fit this way, it'll help to make your room appear more spacious. 

3. Multi-use - If you have two windows close together, why not use one blind instead of two? This helps add clarity instead of clutter, especially when you're using a loud print.

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4. Fabric - Sometimes a fun pattern is all you need to make your window pop. We love the bright floral fabric used for the curtain below; it really brings the room together.

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If they had these curtains in The Sound of Music the von Trapp children would have looked fabulous!

5. Division - If you're feeling challenged by the idea of finding a proper treatment for bay windows, try decorating window by window. We love the way they've divided the windows below. There's symmetry and continuity without over-decorating. 

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6. Definition - If you have a particularly irregular-shaped window, you're probably all too familiar with the difficulties of dressing it. Instead of using a custom blind or curtain, try creating your own shape like they did below.

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Do you feel ready to tackle your curtain conundrums and create a winning window? Let us know how you plan to decorate your dormer below. 

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