Roman
shades are a style of window treatment that allow you to have the
best of all worlds. They feature the design versatility of curtain
panels, the durability of blinds, and the light control of roller
shades. What's more, Roman shades are a relatively easy window
treatment in that they're a single unit that can stand alone.
However, you can also layer the shades with other treatments.
Learn
some ideas for how you can use Roman shades to complement the décor
in any room.
1. Tailored Roman Shades
Many
décor styles favor tailored window treatments. These styles include
formal ones such as Cape Cod and a range of modern styles. Roman
shades affix directly to the window frame, so they already look
customized to your room. What's more, many styles feature pleats that
present neat folds when pulled up. Front-slat shades are especially
tidy.
If
you want a tailored look, consider solid-colored shades. They can be
in a neutral color to present the backdrop for your décor, or they
could provide a subtle pop of color. If you choose any ornamentation,
keep it simple. For instance, white shades with a navy stripe running
up each side would be a chic complement to Cape Cod décor.
2. Slouchy Roman Shades
Different
construction techniques can affect how the shades lay. European-style
shades feature a slight slouch of fabric at the bottom. Called
softsmiley shades, they often come in casual fabrics such as linen or
cotton.
Slouchy
Roman shades can work to promote a casual vibe, say in a beach-décor
room. They can also soften up an otherwise formal space. For example,
you could choose European-style shades in a color matching your
palette. Adhering to the palette maintains some formality, while the
soft bottom keeps the look from being fussy.
3.
Whimsical Roman Shades
You
can have Roman shades custom made just for your room. Therefore, your
only limits for color and pattern are what fabrics are available. You
could order customized shades with a whimsical theme.
Why
would you opt for a whimsical style? Well, Roman shades are an ideal
window treatment for children's rooms. They're durable and easy to
operate. What's more, they're not as permanent as, say, paint. So you
could let your children choose the fabric and use the shades as a
blueprint for the rest of the room's décor.
4. Bamboo Roman Shades
Bamboo
blinds are often marketed as their own style, but they are, in fact,
a type of Roman shade. They feature the same working mechanisms and
profile as fabric shades. What's more, they're deservedly popular.
One
of the great benefits of bamboo Roman shades is they are a neutral
style option that works well with any casual décor. Indeed, they
would be an ideal complement in a family room. Family rooms often
don't have a specific décor style, so you could hang up bamboo
shades to keep the unplanned vibe going. They'd work for beach themes
as well as homey décor too.
5. Layered
Roman Shades
At
their heart, Roman shades are a light control option. Therefore, you
might choose to use them in a layered window treatment the same way
you'd use roller shades or blinds. They could complement your curtain
panels. For example, the shades could come in a solid form of a color
from the pattern. They could also provide a complementary pattern.
Using
Roman shades as a base layer is good for tough windows. For instance,
bay windows are notoriously difficult to dress because they feature a
central picture window flanked by smaller windows. What's more, the
bay bumps out. You could dress the windows themselves in Roman shades
and frame the bay with complementary curtain panels.
Reap
the design benefits of custom-made Roman shades to provide a
complement to your room décor. Sylvan's
& Phillip's Drapes & Blinds
has a wide variety of beautiful Roman shades to meet your décor
needs.
