Shabby chic curtains –elegance and romantic atmosphere in the interior

You cannot have a Shabby Chic interior without the accessories, fabrics, patterns and colors. We shall give you some ideas how to complement your home interior with Shabby chic curtains as the curtains are not only a window treatment but an important part of the decor.

Shabby chic style in the interior of the house allows you to combine your favorite antique furniture with new artfully aged items. Traditionally Shabby chic interior features light and tender colors – ivory, milky white, light blue and pink. Shabby chic curtains should follow the main color palette for the style, which means light, delicate pastel colors, white or creamy shades. When choosing the fabric for your curtains, opt for natural materials.

Silk, cotton, linen, satin – choose the best possible quality. Remember that artificial synthetics, modern or geometric patterns are absolutely offensive for this style. You need to pay attention to details and combine simple and elegant.

We already said that Shabby Chic style curtains must be in pastel colors. Pale purple, pastel pink, faded shade of blue, lavender, mint greens, etc. The design of the curtains involves lots of details and floral patterns- tiny roses, delicate wildflowers, exquisite violets, pale orchids. The curtains in Shabby Chic style often have two or three layers of fabric. The curtain accessories and finishes could be satin roses, delicate ribbons and pearls, lace grabs, cute bows or ruffles. Make sure you do not overdo the accessorizing as the style is more about sophistication and not kitsch.