The right curtains give your space instant polish—and might even help you sleep better.
When it comes to creating the bedroom atmosphere you desire, it's essential to pay attention to details like bedroom curtains. Both attractive and practical, a good set of curtains can block out light, muffle sound, and even insulate a room for better sleep. And stylistically, they're incredibly versatile—these bedroom curtain ideas perfectly complement any space.
For a quieter space, consider bedroom curtain ideas that feature tactile textures and earthy tones—nothing too stimulating. Coordinate them with neutral or muted wall colors and bedding, using natural linen panels for a cohesive look. Add a plush rug for extra padding and warmth underfoot to anchor your space. But if maximalism is more your style, you can still create a calming bedroom with bold patterns. One of our favorite designer tricks is to incorporate prints and color in your bedroom curtains. Opt for checkered or botanical styles to make the curtains the centerpiece of the room while keeping everything else relatively subdued. This approach maintains a restful feel despite the bold elements.
Besides providing privacy and filtering light, bedroom curtains add dimension and polish to your space. They are an essential design element that can dramatically change the room's appearance, making it seem lighter and taller, traditional or laid-back, airy or grounded. Read on to get inspired by some of our favorite designers' bedroom curtain ideas to elevate your bedroom windows.
In this soothing primary bedroom designed by Brian Paquette, a dual-layered window treatment allows for a customizable sunlight level. The homeowners can choose between sheers and blackout drapes for their ideal morning.
For a seamless visual, this bedroom curtain idea uses the same pattern on both the wallpaper and drapery. Take inspiration from designer Roxy Owens of Society Social's guest room in House Beautiful's 2023 Whole Home. Solid woodwork helps to not overwhelm the eye.
If you like waking up with the sun, opt for a cafe curtain rather than full-length curtains. This simple tension rod is rental-friendly and provides ample privacy for second-floor units without blocking too much light.
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In a visually busy space, using a solid drapery fabric can help to ground the room. Use a coordinating color to rest of the room's palette to keep cohesion.
If your bed is situated in an alcove, curtains can help to make the bed placement feel more intentional. In this bedroom curtain idea, the same pattern is seen on the Roman shades and throw pillows to unify the room's color palette and design.
Textiles are a great place to mix patterns in your design, but window treatments are often forgotten. Take this room as an example. The blue shades contrast the warm-toned prints in this bedroom while bridging the transition between the blue ceiling and plaid carpeting.
When sharing a room, different bedtimes (and alarm clocks) can cause chaos among those sleeping in the different bunks. Designer Amity Worrel chose to provide each bunk in this room with a blackout curtain, ideal for both privacy and keeping the morning sun at bay for as long as possible—a must for any vacation home.
This bedroom curtain idea skips the windows altogether to make a simple bed feel more stately instead. The pink pattern in this bedroom designed by Jenna Gross of Colordrunk Designs offers a whimsical contrast to the green wallpaper. Of course, the added privacy is nice too.
These pleated brocade curtains enhance the drama and height of this moody, jewel-toned room by Christopher Kent. The gold tone plays nicely with other rich elements of the room, like the channel-tufted velvet headboard and mirrored side table.
If you're not afraid of mixing contrasting colors and patterns, take notes on this eclectic space. Mounting the valance at the ceiling level draws your eye up, emphasizing the room's height. The quaint check pattern reads modern instead of country-cottage thanks to the preppy lime green and turquoise accents.
This bedroom curtain idea will make your ceilings appear taller—no reno required! A complementary brown, nature-inspired pattern brings interest to the otherwise monochromatic design scheme. Everything about this space reads traditional and regal with a contemporary twist.
Here, sunny citron panels enhance this room's youthful vibe. Introducing another print in a contrasting color would've been too busy; we like how the solid curtains stick with the cheery theme without going overboard. And even though the windows are on the smaller side, the yellow curtains make the space appear brighter.
Studio apartment living doesn't look so bad with this creative curtain room divider. Using sheer panels instead of something colorful or patterned allows light from the far windows to filter through but provides enough separation between the living and sleeping spaces.
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Want your curtains to blend in instead of stand out? Try choosing a color or pattern that matches the wall color. This bedroom curtain idea adds depth subtly, especially when paired with a contrasting trim and woven window shade as seen here.
If your bedroom has multiple patterns, don't feel the need to use the same one on every textile. You can create a cohesive look with different textile prints by matching the scale. Here, many types of stripes are used throughout, with the Roman shade and curtain panels in a wider orientation than the bedlinen fabric for a balanced look.
These sheer floral pleated curtains let in soft light and have a tonal pattern that pairs nicely with the room's warm, earthy shades. Hung at the ceiling height, they also create the illusion of more light and larger windows.
If you want to add a little bit of interest but don't want to commit to a full-on print, try a set of color-blocked curtain panels. The lower portion helps ground the space, adding a bit of weight, while the more prominent color brings out the soft pink in the wallpaper. Notice also how aligning the lower color block with the window ledge keeps everything proportionate in this bedroom curtain idea.
This bedroom also matches its curtains to the wall print, but the tassel trim gives it a playful twist. We also like how the pink in this little girl's room will grow with her—no trendy patterns or saturated hues.
This bedroom could easily read as too busy without the simple curtains and woven wood shade. The drapery panels nod back to the room's color scheme and provide a soft contrast against the casual shade. It's the perfect blend of classic European and American prep.
You can use practically any print for window coverings as long as the tone and style complement the rest of the room. Despite having four different patterns, this bedroom still looks calm since all the shades fall into its subdued coastal-inspired color palette.
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