Not paying attention to your window dressing is a mistake most people make. Curtains are to your living room what salt is to food–absolutely essential. Too much of it, and you risk leaving an unpleasant, sour after-taste. Too little of it, and the surroundings can look rather dull and uninviting.
In this blog, we will look at some of the most interesting curtain colour combinations you can get inspired from and give your living room the makeover it deserves. Let’s jump right in.
Gauzy Neutrals: The Timeless Choice
If you want a ‘laid-back’ vibe while maintaining an upscale look, going for gauzy neutrals might just do the trick. This particular style makes the space look enhanced while retaining a timelessly elegant look. Ideally, try to pair your neutral-coloured curtains (think along the lines of beige) with long, semi-sheer off-white curtains for a relaxed look and feel (as shown below):
Textured Geometric Shades for the Win
If you are someone who loves everything bohemian, or if you have statement boho-styled artwork and/or accessories in your living room, we suggest going for textured curtain fabrics with geometric patterns.
In terms of the colour combination, you could go for a rustic red or a breezy green-coloured curtain to bring your living room to life, as shown here (that pop of colour is EVERYTHING):
Using bright-coloured curtains adds a layered, three-dimensional look and personifies your living room to a vibrant and fun-loving ‘character’–straight out of the pages of Bali.
Complementary Curtains for a ‘Synced’ Look
Suppose you have a statement sofa or an artwork that you wish to highlight and complement all simultaneously in your living room. In that case, the best way to do this is by complementing it with your curtains using a similar colour palette to the base shade.
For example, the blush pink statement chair piece, as well as the carpet and the gorgeous blue bench in the following image, are perfectly paired with complementary curtains of the same shades:
This type of synchronized look is pleasing to the eyes as it adds a sense of harmony to the overall living room design.
Create a Dramatic Look with Darker, Bolder Curtain Shades
To add a luxurious oomph to your living room and create an elegant yet sophisticated look, it makes sense to go for curtains with bolder colours and textures, such as the one shown below:
The ageless purple sofa perfectly complements the deeper blue curtain shades, giving the living room a dreamy, midnight-ish, and starry night vibe. A word of caution: You don’t want the living room to be too dark and gloomy, so make a choice wisely.
On the flip side, dark-coloured curtains are great for in-house movie nights or match days as they block the light from streaming in. If your surroundings permit, go for darker and bolder shades that definitely lend an upscale look and feel.
Let the Light in (Literally)
For people who love an easy-breezy space and don’t mind the sunny light streaming in at all times of the day, curtains with light prints and/or solid colours (think: buttery yellow, peachy sheers, etc.) can turn out to be an optimum choice. Here’s an Instagram-worthy example you can consider:
Additionally, if you live in a skyscraper and are lucky enough to have expansive views of the city, go for a lighter shade and light-fabric curtains that are slightly see-through. After all, you wouldn’t want to block the view and would want to draw the onlooker’s eyes across the room each time they walked in:
Select a Combination That Reflects Your Mood
Another time-tested hack that works swimmingly well is selecting a curtain colour combo that genuinely reflects your current mood. For instance, if you’re feeling particularly adventurous and want to go bold during the summer season, all-over prints with kitschy colours are a great choice.
If you’re looking for a cozy and comfortable Scandinavian-type look, go for velvety curtains that frame the view of a particular section in your living room:
Colour Combinations that Offer an Illusion of Space
For people with tiny living room spaces, this hack’s a life saviour. You can go for floor-length curtains with tiny checks in the grey and white tone to lend your windows a sense of space. Alternatively, you can opt for an all-white sheer curtain:
You can also go for striped curtains to add an air of flamboyance to the living room. Remember that not all curtains need to be grazing the floor. You can always go short, depending on the space you have, to create a line of sight across the room. Do you dare?
Clearly, curtains amplify your living room’s aesthetic space, much like what the mascara can do for your eyes. Furthermore, there’s plenty to consider when choosing curtains that match your ‘vibe’–from the size and texture to the length and material, everything matters.
However, choosing the right curtain colour combination can instantly elevate your living space and transform it into an inviting set-up for your friends and family. So, take a cue from these broader ideas mentioned above and give your living room a ‘personal, winning’ touch. Still not sure? There’s tons of more inspiration to be had at HomeLane.
