It’s happening: the cold’s receding (however tentatively) and the sun’s making regular appearances. Finally, we can start spending less time with the curtains drawn to keep the heat in, and instead fling our windows wide open!
Whether you’re looking to let some long-awaited light in or want to give your home a new look, now is the perfect time to dress your windows since they’ll be so much on show.
Multicoloured Curtains
If you’ve got accents of different colours in a space, getting curtains that combine all those colours is a great way to really tie the room together. If you can’t find a single type of fabric that’s just right, try layering – colourful undercurtains have the same subtle yet perceptible effect as the collar of a shirt worn beneath a business suit. Just don’t overdo it, two layers is fine.
Blinds
Curtains aren’t the only way to spice up your windows. Have you got a conservatory? Would you just like to offset a room of dark furniture? Stylish blinds and some light linen curtains are the way to go – they let in more light than dark curtains and can be more securely closed off than roman shades.
Window Seating
The color, style and length of your window dressing should complement any adjoining seats. When drawn, curtains shouldn’t drape over the seat, and when they’re apart, they should be securely out of the way. Perfect for a lazy summer afternoon!
What are your favorite window dressing styles? I’d love to hear your plans!
Estelle Page is an interior designer based in Sussex, UK. She’s the home and living editor of GKBC and regularly shares her interior design and home improvement tips online.
