Curtains are essentially the bow on a beautiful wrapped present — they seal the deal. The selection of curtains can be somewhat daunting but extremely fun. Many use curtains solely for the purpose of privacy and light control, but why not make their selection part of the fun of decorating?

Curtains can be used in many different ways, including around the bed to create a romantic look. This is look is often achieved using neutral colored curtains — white, beige and blush are excellent options, although, bold patters can create a unique and funky look as well!

An advantage to curtains is that they will make a statement whether you choose solid or printed panels. Black and white striped curtains paired with a bold patterned wallpaper doesn't seem like a likely match up, but the duo works so well together. Like always, there's no wrong or right way to select curtains, it's all about style — so have fun with it!

• Romantic & Dramatic, French by Design
• Preppy Cover Up, Skirted Roundtable
• Bold Stripes, Paris Apartment
• Black And White Done Right, Coco+Kelly
• Naturally Blue & White, A Life's Design

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