The other day I was trying to decide what curtains to hang in our master bedroom–very serious stuff–and I couldn’t make a decision by looking at them laying on my bed. And there was no one home (tall enough) to hold them up for me to squint endlessly while I decide, so I did the only logical thing and hung them each up and took a slew of photos so I could maybe make a decision once and for all.
The decision is between two sets of curtains we already have and they couldn’t be more opposite. The first one is a charcoal set from Martha & Ash. We originally got them for our great room area, but when we added a window to the living room, we went with simple white linen drapes to keep things light. In here, they are moody and sophisticated and just a few shades darker than the walls.
The drapes barely skim the ground, which makes the room feel more tailored and is a nice contrast to the more disheveled looking bedding (who has time to iron a duvet?).
I love the drama they add, and they are heavily lined in case we ever get the chance to close them and sleep in. (Ha! Hahahaha!)
On the complete opposite end of the curtain spectrum are these ivory velvet curtains from West Elm we’ve had in storage. They drape so beautifully and the puddling on the floor feels a little romantic to me.
The warm ivory also plays nice with the shag area rug and softens and lightens the whole room. They would easily play a supporting role to all the art we have planned for the room.
Are you understanding my indecision?
There are pros and cons to both, but more than anything I can’t believe how much curtains can change the entire vibe of a room. From dramatic and sophisticated to romantic and serene–Incredible! I am leaning toward the ivory ones in here, but would love to hear your preference!
Where is the curtain rod from? Looking for a new one and this looks black or wrought iron?
I think it’s just from Target.
Love your style! Just wondering how much higher/wider you hung your curtains above the actual window. I’m contemplating hanging our curtains higher to make the windows look bigger in both our living room & bedrooms, but I’m nervous it will look odd.
Thanks for the help! :)
I was going to purchase the blinds on Amazon via your link in where to shop, all the reviews state they do not come with directions, could you share how you installed them; top or side mount, etc
We installed them top mount. It was really easy and self explanatory. Just screw the bolts into the wall and there are slits on the top of the blinds that rest on the bolts and you screw a little thing on to keep them secure
the title of this post, and your subsequent absence, was giving my YHL flashbacks :/ Glad you’re back!
Oh! Hahahaha. Long live YHL! Can’t wait to read their new book.
p.s. I’d choose the darker curtains! :)
same here!
Are y’all OK? Hoping nothing is wrong and that you’re just taking a well-earned break.