Gray curtains in the living room: how to properly include them in the interior, so as not to be boring

On the scale between white and black - a great many shades, each of which tells its own story. We share tips on how to weave gray curtains to your interior!

Texture

To emphasize the luxury of gray shades, it is worth paying special attention to the texture of the material. Designers this season have let their imagination run wild.

• Geological games. Have you ever admired the crystals or druses of minerals? How many nobleness, purity, the depth of shades! The texture of the stone in the curtains is one of the main trends of the season. There are many variations. Impressive luster reminiscent of mica. A whimsical game of threads of different colors, sending associations to marble and granite. For a monumental, classic, austere interior, such a highlight in the curtains of a calm shade is a real find.
• A new look... at old solutions. Do you think jacquard is out of date? And what about the massive, convex print that involuntarily attracts the eye, although it is monochrome? And velvet with thermal printing? On it, the shades of the volumetric pattern flow into each other, creating the ombre effect.
• Natural beauty. In the wake of eco-friendly, natural motifs are more popular than ever. Pay attention to the curtains, as if hand-woven from linen: with "puffs", knots and missing loops. Such material will look perfect in shades of unbleached wool or linen.

Contrast

Gray belongs to achromatic colors, and therefore it blends equally well with all bright, saturated colors. The only thing that is important to pay attention to is the texture of the materials and the warm-coldness of the colors. We have selected some perfect combinations for you.

• Paloma and fuchsia / scarlet / saffron. The soft shade of pigeon plumage reveals itself in a new way in a bold combination with a bright, saturated and “loud” color. In tandem, these colors neutralize each other's weaknesses and bring the strong ones forward: in the living room, such curtains will simultaneously create a feeling of comfort and accumulate energy.
• Pearl and aquamarine / turquoise / emerald. Shades of blue and green look great with a gray color reminiscent of underwater shells. Such a pair of flowers will look perfect on the curtains in the bedroom or dining room.
• Taup and Marsala. The taupe gray shade is complex, with a pinkish tint and a touch of purple. In combination with rich wine color, it will create an atmosphere of calm and nobleness - a great choice for a living room or study!

Cut

The style of curtains decides a lot! Sometimes only a successful drapery can make the fabric play in a new way. And if, in addition, you combine the complex cut with the fabric texture and contrasts correctly, your curtains will become a real work of art.

• Lambrequin and hooks are the most obvious and one of the most winning solutions for plain curtains. And if the material transmits light, the game of solar bunnies in mysterious gray draperies will be especially effective!
• Two-layer curtains. This solution can be implemented in very different ways: from flowing filament curtains of different shades to dense curtains with a bright lining, which is visible when drapery. Another good option is a tulle veil over thick curtains.
• Contrast piping. Only one bright strip on the side, above or below the gray curtains can transform the appearance of the whole room. Add a few details to the interior, matching the color with the edging, and the design of the room will become truly stylish.

Do you appreciate the nobility of gray shades?