Recommendations
Having settled on this option for framing a window opening, you should pay attention to a number of nuances:
- Such curtains require the correct selection of colors, since they do not harmonize with every tone. In particular, the use of red, burgundy and orange is not advisable.
- The photo of lilac curtains shows that when choosing dark lilac textiles, it is better to keep the decoration of the room in neutral colors. Dark colors are recommended for use in spacious rooms with high-quality lighting. Curtains made of lightweight fabric in light colors help to visually enlarge a compact space.
Types of curtains that look great in black
Thread curtains are at the peak of popularity today. They look more lightweight, unlike bulky curtains. This is especially true for decorating windows in dark and black tones.
Thread curtains can resemble a curtain if they are made in light colors, but in black they are perceived as full-fledged curtains that cover the windows from prying eyes and bright sun.
Character in the interior
Before choosing lilac curtains, you should clarify which palette they are “friendly with”. Intrusiveness in the design of a window opening is unacceptable. Therefore, all shades of purple are usually diluted with neutral tones - beige, gray, white, etc.
However, each living space has its own conditions, since the purple color scheme is not suitable for all interior solutions.
Style matters most
It is quite easy to decide on the style of the room into which curtains could fit as harmoniously as possible, since they can become an ideal complement to any modern interior, and emphasize the entire geometry of the space, giving additional sophistication and sophistication.
The only style in which it is advisable to avoid black on curtains is romantic, since it is still based on various pastel colors.
In addition, psychologists have repeatedly argued that black should not be used for a child’s room, since it can have a negative impact on an undeveloped personality.
It is worth noting that almost all designers today try to pay maximum attention not to the pattern decorating the curtains, but to the shape of the curtains.
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It is for this reason that in most rooms, the design of which was thought out by specialists in the field of interior design, there are a huge number of different cascades and lambrequins.
Children's
The lilac palette shows itself well in the interior of a nursery. It can be used to decorate a room for both girls and boys. Decorating a window with curtains in lilac tones is appropriate taking into account a number of things:
- room size;
- the amount of light in it;
- style direction.
It is customary to hang long night curtains of 3 modules in a child’s possessions. Textiles made from two fabrics that are tonally similar are popular.
If there are two window openings in the room, which are located on adjacent walls, then it is appropriate to decorate one of them with roller curtains, and the other with tulle or a one-sided silk/satin night curtain. For a light curtain, it is permissible to hang it on a ceiling rod or drawstring; heavy textiles require fastening to a durable curtain rod.
When choosing curtains to match lilac wallpaper, you can arrange the curtains into voluminous waves and experiment with other shades. An interesting solution would be a combination of lilac and beige in equal proportions.
Rules to follow unconditionally
For black curtains to look perfect, the room simply must meet a number of parameters. The main one is that there should be enough light in the room. During the day from the window side, and in the evening from the bright light of a chandelier, lanterns built into the ceiling, and wall sconces.
In addition, from the photos of black curtains in different interiors, you can guess that such solutions are most suitable for spacious living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. And even in this case, you cannot clutter the space with a lot of furniture and decor.
In the hall, the windows of which are draped with dark curtains, there is enough of a sofa, a wardrobe or wall, a couple of shelves, a coffee table, and a chest of drawers. You can do without a chest of drawers.
Living room
Lilac curtains look especially impressive in a spacious living room. Classic design models boast incredible beauty. Fabrics with a dense texture will give the room luxury. To complement such an interior, it is recommended to use textile decor - sofa cushions, tablecloths, napkins, capes, etc.
It is allowed to hang light curtains - Roman, roller blinds, blinds. The role of night curtains is most often played by lilac double-sided curtains. Canvases made from fabrics of two similar tones – purple and lilac – look unusual. They are usually decorated with embroidery under the cornice and complemented with accessories with a metallic sheen.
Interior decoration with dark-colored curtains
Black curtains can start at the ceiling, falling in folds to the floor, or they can look like very short, inconspicuous curtains - just below the window sill. Black tulle in the interior of most rooms is combined with both dark and light curtains. A common option for decorating a room is to decorate one wall with several windows with a single monochromatic curtain, while the opposite one is also painted black or covered with appropriate wallpaper.
The photo shows an example of such a design solution
Advice. Black color is contraindicated in the design of nurseries where children sleep and play, as it can frighten them, but for teenagers it helps to concentrate on their studies and reduce nervousness.
In a children's room, black should be used very sparingly.
Shades for the living room, design examples, combination of black and white curtains with wallpaper
A spacious living room, with black curtains and other draperies, looks lived-in and cozy, but a small room, especially poorly lit, will become very cramped. Light shades minimize the possible negative impact of dark ones. A classic interior can be decorated with dark curtains with a creamy white large intricate pattern, while the wallpaper and all furniture will be yellow-wood tones.
Heavy curtains made of expensive velvet fit perfectly into a classic interior
The combination of purple and black curtains with golden wallpaper looks good in Baroque interiors, and with emerald and ruby upholstery it is suitable for a Gothic room. Smooth, blue-black curtains with eyelets, floor-length, will become a contrasting detail of minimalism in white and red tones. A white and black tartan pattern is suitable for a country style, while a houndstooth pattern is suitable for a modern style.
The interior of a room looks complete when the pattern on the curtains is repeated on other decorative elements
Advice. When the curtains have a variegated, two- or three-color pattern, the walls are preferably monochromatic; small images on the wallpaper are combined with curtains decorated with a large print.
Curtains with geometric patterns look interesting
Design examples using curtains in the bedroom
Black curtains are ideal for quickly falling asleep when it is still light and will protect your eyes from the morning rays of the sun. This is a very sexy color scheme - it’s not without reason that the best erotic photographs come out against the backdrop of black curtains and bed linen of this color. Excessively dark, monochromatic curtains are often chosen to decorate a brutal men's bedroom, while in a women's bedroom they are present in a mixture with other colors, mainly pastel.
An example of a brutal interior for a men's bedroom
A successful combination of curtains of different colors in a women's bedroom
Curtains in black and white for the bedroom are an ideal solution when the room does not have a large area, and its only window faces north, letting in little light. The gradient from the white stripe at the top, gradually flowing into the bottom – black, looks good here.
Black and white curtains in the hall, examples, photos in the interior
Black and white curtains for the living room can be striped or with a checkerboard pattern, decorated with snow-white floral motifs on a black background or have a zebra print. The finest drapery, ombre in color with a transition from snow-white to black, can decorate the space of any room.
Classic long curtains are suitable for any hall windows
Black tulle looks great in the interior: the photo looks a little dark, since the room is small, but if you add several light sources and shiny decor, the drapery will look more impressive. Such transparent fabric allows the sun's rays to pass through, hiding the interior from prying eyes from the street.
Light translucent curtains are made of synthetics with the addition of silk or cotton
Shades of dark in the kitchen, examples of combination with wallpaper, furniture
Black tones are rarely used in kitchen interiors - this color is not appetizing, so such curtains are the only dark accent here. Less often they are complemented by a black set, floor, corner sofa in combination with cream, light orange, golden wallpaper. Here, a bright frame in warm colors is acceptable.
The kitchen space will remain light and airy if you hang light voile curtains on the windows
Black muslin made of silk or linen threads is another successful option for decorating a kitchen window
Shiny satin curtains look stylish in the dining area of a large kitchen.
Contrasting combination of white furniture with dark curtains
A dark-colored curtain will serve as the boundary between the cooking and eating areas in the kitchen combined with the living room. A sophisticated silver ornament will create an elegant design, while a domino pattern will add originality.
Bathroom
Ten years ago, white, beige and blue were considered the current palette for the bathroom. Now, more and more often, this room is decorated in lilac and purple shades. If the room area is large, then buy curtains made of velor or velvet. Thick curtains require draping and trimming of the edges.
For elements of this type to look beautiful, they should be emphasized. For example, use threads of contrasting colors and embroider an ornament.
Choosing fabric for black curtains
The choice depends on the type of room, the purpose of the curtains and the preferences of the buyer.
Blackout
Lightproof 3-layer curtain. Provides high-quality insulation of the room from light, sound, wind and cold. Durable, wear-resistant fabric. Does not fade in the sun.
Satin
Soft fabric with a smooth sliding surface. It shimmers and shines gracefully, but unobtrusively, and looks sophisticated and elegant.
Velvet
Heavy, but soft and pleasant to the touch material that flows effectively. Gives the decor an elegant look and complements the classic style of the interior.
Curtains
This is the general name for durable, dense curtain materials that block light. These include linen, jacquard, satin, velvet, gabardine, etc.
Linen
The base is coarse and durable natural fibers. Linen is resistant to wear and ultraviolet radiation, is easy to wash, but wrinkles a lot and shrinks after washing.
Jacquard
Beautiful and durable fabric with a raised pattern. The special texture makes the appearance of jacquard noble and luxurious.
Does not fade in the sun, protects from light and does not require special care.
Gozhka
Durable 2-sided material with a rough texture. Does not deform and does not require special care. It looks original and impressive. But the edges of the matting are crumbling, and strings remain on the canvas.
Taffeta
Dense but capricious material. Requires delicate care. Its folds create complex, textured and unusual silhouettes.
When light hits it from different angles, the taffeta shimmers, creating a beautiful glossy sheen.
Fabrics for tulle: voile, organza and muslin
Airy, light tulle is often hung in addition to curtains. It can also be used independently when the room does not need protection from the bright sun. Such curtains are also called curtains and are sewn from the following materials:
- Veil is a translucent thin and smooth material with a matte surface. Makes the room elegant and airy. But it attracts dust, and when exposed to ultraviolet light it loses color.
- Organza is an affordable material that is characterized by strength and rigidity and easy care.
- Kisey - thread curtains suitable for windows, doors and doorways. They will not save you from sunlight, but will help with decor and zoning the space.
Varieties
Curtains in the interior can be presented in a variety of models. Here are the most popular options.
Combinations with other colors
The universal black color goes harmoniously with all shades. Red accents add richness and brightness. Green - puts you in a positive mood, relaxes and calms, gives natural charm.
The noble gold color is suitable for a classic style. For the living room, you can choose curtains with golden ornaments or patterns. And for the office - roller blinds with gold inserts.
Delicate and soft pink and lilac colors will decorate a girl’s bedroom or nursery. Bright orange and yellow shades will enliven the room and are suitable for the kitchen or living room.
Beige color will soften black. Dark brown, walnut and coffee shades will add austerity to the interior. This color scheme will decorate an office or library.
Gray and purple will add elegance, elegance and a little severity when decorating a living room, bedroom, or office. And the combination of black and white is considered a classic option.
Roman curtains
The Roman version is mounted directly on the window. When the canvas is lifted, even horizontal folds are formed. This is an ideal solution for children's rooms and kitchens.
Combination with furniture
The main rule is not to crowd the room with furniture. It should occupy no more than 1/3 of the room and match the curtains.
Combination with other textiles in the interior
Select textile and decorative elements so that they match in color. Such items include bed linen and sofa pillows, chair covers, and bedspreads. If you have velvet curtains, choose decorative pillows from the same material.
With light walls, decorative elements should be dark, matching the curtains. For a dark interior, choose textiles in pastel shades. Complete it with elements in gray, olive or white.
Japanese panels
Japanese panels have a number of advantages. This:
- the highest quality of fabrics used;
- ease of washing;
- wide range of sizes;
- multifunctionality.
They are often used to frame windows in the living room, bedroom, and bathroom.
Lilac curtains can be chosen for absolutely any living space. It is only important to show a sense of proportion in using this shade.
Solid rigor
Do you admire the gothic? Black curtains are your choice.
The checkerboard black and white floor characteristic of Gothic, twisted elements as decorations for chandeliers or frames - all this will be perfectly complemented by coal-black curtains on the windows in combination, for example, with black and white tulle. It will look simply grand.
Photo of lilac curtains
Lilac curtains for the bedroom
For a relaxation area decorated in delicate colors, deep tones are suitable. These can be thick curtains made of cotton or velvet, flowing in soft folds. A popular option is when a lilac curtain in the bedroom consists of two canvases that differ by several tones. There are secrets on how to use lilac when choosing decor for your bedroom:
- in addition to curtains, it is worth adding pillows or bedspreads of the same shade;
- for a small bedroom you need to “play” with elements of similar tones. This will help visually increase the space;
- the larger the room, the richer the color of curtains allowed to decorate the window;
- It is not necessary to use bulky structures with tiebacks, lambrequins, and heavy folds.
Often the simplest monochromatic canvases allow you to achieve the most advantageous option.
Successful color combinations
The universal blue color goes well with almost all warm and cool shades of the palette. But you still have to choose, due to the different effects that the combinations have:
- Blue curtains + white (light) background - visually expands the room, making it taller and longer.
- Dark blue color + background covering 3-4 shades lighter - the curtains take on the function of the main accent.
- Cobalt + white furniture and light floors - the room becomes elegant, sophisticated, with unobtrusive nuances of luxury.
- Blue curtains + textile decor in the same tone is a classic combination for creating a sophisticated, aristocratic interior.
Blue curtains can be safely purchased for rooms designed in a white, gray or light olive palette. In this combination, curtains calm and neutralize the space, but at the same time make it expressive and original. In combination with red, orange, yellow, blue curtains fill the room with richness and a festive mood. The bright palette ideally complements general purpose rooms - the kitchen or dining room. In bedrooms or living rooms, designers recommend avoiding excessive variegation. Combinations that are too flashy will quickly begin to irritate.
The choice of a blue shade for new curtains depends entirely on the style of the interior, the area of the room being renovated and the purpose of the room. It is better to keep personal taste preferences in color under control, unless we are talking about a neutral pastel palette. An unsuccessful combination of shades can lead to the exact opposite effect. The owners of an apartment or house will begin to show causeless aggression or become despondent. In any case, blue curtains are combined with white, cream, soft pink, muted yellow and soft orange. To prevent curtains from looking like an alien spot in the room, it is recommended to complement them with decorative pillows, blankets, and tablecloths that match in tone.
Combination of curtains and floor
An unusual solution is the combination of the color of curtains and flooring. If the decoration is made of wood, then there is little room for imagination.
- It is more interesting to choose curtains that match the color of the self-leveling floor or the pattern of the tiles.
- Even more common is the option of harmonizing the carpet on the floor and curtains.
- Here it is possible both a complete repetition of color and pattern, and a combination of minor elements.
It is especially interesting to create characteristic stylistic combinations.
Design features
Designers willingly take advantage of the elegant blue color to create interiors that delicately balance on the brink of extravagance and timeless classics. Royal palette curtains are able to adapt to the style, atmosphere and even the weather outside the window, provided that the shade and texture of the fabric is chosen correctly. Main color features:
- Pure blue is a striking example of a cool palette. Fashionable cornflower blue, cobalt, azure, dark blue, blueberry, ultramarine shades are ideal for rooms with south-facing windows. These curtains will cool and refresh a sunny room.
- Blue shades with yellow pigment are a warm palette. They soften a darkened space and create a cozy, bright atmosphere. Typical options for warm blue curtains are sky blue, hyacinth, denim, and turquoise.
- A deep, rich blue can dramatically change the perception of a room. For example, cornflower blue curtains make the room deep and complex. Classic blue curtains in dark shades visually make the room longer.
- Blue curtains can influence the feeling of hunger. For people leading a healthy lifestyle, it is recommended to decorate the windows of the dining room, kitchen or living room in a color scheme. Curtains will help you control your appetite and always stay in perfect shape.
- The blue palette is the most effective and safest sedative. Color therapy has a beneficial effect on the psyche, eliminates stress and the effects of chronic fatigue.
“Overdose” of blue color is practically excluded. There are many examples of designs in which blue curtains are perfectly combined with the same walls, carpets and decorative objects. And what's most amazing is that the space doesn't look heavy or tacky. But such design requires the involvement of specialists. Therefore, for a simple interior update, it is better to combine blue curtains with single details of the same shade.
