How To Choose Curtains With A Print To Ensure They Match Your Room Beautifully

Designers know that the purpose of curtains goes far beyond creating privacy and blocking light. Well-selected curtains are an important part of a room's design, adding warmth, texture, and coziness to the home. Plus, they can soften harsh light coming into a room and often provide more elegance at a cheaper price point than premium blinds. Sometimes, you pick the safe bet and stick with neutrals like whites, beiges, and grays. But, if you're tired of the tried and true and interested in some creative ways to decorate with curtains, you may want to consider curtains with floral prints, chevrons, and color blocks. If you've never done this before, there's no need to be intimidated, as you can ensure that you select designs that match your room and existing color scheme.

But, with so many prints and patterns to choose from, how do you select the right curtains that complement without blending in and add personality without overwhelming a space? The key with printed curtains is to keep your room's overall color scheme in mind, matching them to your furniture and décor. It's also important to know where to incorporate neutral backgrounds and base colors for your chosen color blocks and motifs. Below, we break down the best practices for using printed curtains to help you design a harmonious space with timeless appeal.

The most important thing to keep in mind when trying to choose the perfect curtains for your space is your overall color scheme. Interior designer Sonika Khurana Sethi shared this tip: If you're working with colored curtains, you should make sure you match them to your accent colors and accent décor. You even have the option to select more than one color from your palette for your curtain design. "Make sure you match it to the cushions, rug, and décor, which are the accent colors," says Khurana Sethi (via Instagram). Far from overwhelming your space, vibrant curtains will act as a large accent that harmonizes with your overall color scheme.

Also, one of the best ways to use neutrals in home décor is to work them into your printed, or patterned, curtains. Sonika Khurana Sethi shared in her video that block prints are a great way to add color to a space as long as they match your room's accents and you stick to a neutral base. This is a great way for neutral aficionados to dip their toes into the world of patterns without taking the full dive. And, to ensure any patterned curtains match your room, go neutral with the base color and let the pattern, print, or motif stand out. But, to avoid style mistakes everyone makes when buying curtains, remember to match your motifs to the existing accent colors for a timeless, seamless look.