Making Your Home Beautiful

Custom Drapery Styles

If you're looking to change up the look of a room without using paint or buying new furniture, consider updating your draperies. Custom draperies will become the focal point of any space, and tie the overall look and style of a room together. 

Not only do window coverings allow you to choose how much light you want to allow into a room, they also add a decorative touch. When picking the ideal drapes for your home, either pick a color or pattern that coordinates with the decor theme, or stick with a classic neutral hue that will seamlessly blend with everything. 

For instance, if your living room features a nautical look, choose draperies that feature a ship, compass, or vintage map design. In a bedroom with a shabby chic style, pick window coverings that feature pink cabbage rose or antique bird cage patterns. 

After deciding on the drapery color or pattern, you'll need to pick a style. Custom draperies come in a wide variety of options, and can be matched to your specific window size for a perfect fit. 

Here are some drapery style ideas to get you started:

1. Pleated Style 

If you desire a classic window covering look, pleated draperies may be your best bet. This type of drapery is floor-length, which can create the illusion of ceiling height, and feature crisp, even pleats that are held into place by the headers at the top. 

These drapes will give any room in a your home a classic appeal, and are available in any color you desire. You can also choose a sheer, lightweight inner lining, which will allow you to customize the amount of light that enters the room, as well as the privacy level. This lining is especially important if the draperies are heavy and dark, and you want an option between completely open or completely closed. 

2. Sheer Style 

Sheer custom draperies will instantly give a space a light and airy feel. They will give you privacy while allowing the maximum amount of natural light to enter the room. This style may come in handy in an especially dark space that doesn't receive much sunlight.

While you can go for a traditional plain white sheer covering, transparent designs such as chevron, floral, or geometric prints are also available for a more personalized look. Since sheer drapes tend to be lightweight, pick a set that features weighted hems to ensure that they stay neatly in place. 


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