Lambrequins for Bedrooms: varieties, drapery, choice of fabrics and colors.

Types of lambrequins

The following main types are distinguished:

Rigid (bando)

Bando is often sewn from rigid types of fabric. They hold their shape well, do not stretch or deform.

The photo shows a bedroom and a rigid, single-color lambrequin with curtains on the window.

Soft

Such a lambrequin can be a straight strip of fabric or a decorative design that effectively falls in folds curtains.

Combined

Combines hard and soft drapery, repeated in a certain sequence.

The photo shows a bedroom and windows with combined lambrequins.

Forms of drapery of soft lambrequins

When combined correctly, draperies of exquisite shape look especially interesting and impressive.

Coquille

A component of most lambrequins. It is laid out using vertical folds that are connected to the middle. There is both a classic coquille cut and a bias cut.

Swags

Symmetrical or asymmetrical semicircles with soft folds. Depending on the interior style, they are sometimes complemented with various decorative elements.

Jabot (de jabot)

A vertical detail similar to a swag or half-swag, with freely hanging straight, oblique or stepped edges.

Throw (half-swag)

A piece of fabric that is thrown over a rod curtain rod, due to which it sags and forms an elegant drapery.

Tie

Vertical folds of fabric that form a slanted line towards the bottom. This element goes well with swags.

Cascade

A piece of fabric draped along an inclined line. It is located on the side of the entire curtain structure.

Material

Each type of material in its own way allows lambrequins to acquire an unusual and unique look.

Veil

Smooth and soft translucent fabric that holds drapery perfectly. It transmits and diffuses sunlight well.

Organza

Thin, transparent, airy, but at the same time quite durable fabric. It is made of silk, polyester or viscose. Does not block the flow of light into the room and does not obscure the beautiful view from the window.

Felt

A material that is somewhat reminiscent of woolen drape. Combines pleasant softness and incredible durability.

Chiffon

A delightfully light fabric with an amazing shine and a subtle play of color.

Nylon

An elastic and flexible decorative material that can withstand significant stretching without losing quality and presentable appearance.

Satin

It has an elegant appearance, has the ability to reflect the sun’s rays and creates very effective draperies. It goes especially well with a transparent veil.

Design options

Thanks to the stylish design of lambrequins, you can create an original composition that will perfectly match the overall interior.

Openwork

Figured patterns on the lambrequin make the room more elegant and change the overall look of the interior. Such carved designs give it an unusual and sophisticated look.

Asymmetrical

They look very impressive and extravagant. The basis is often a rectangle of an unusual shape, for example, oblique or on one side.

The photo shows a bedroom interior with asymmetrical lambrequins on the windows.

Puffs

Interesting folds create a certain touch of romance and luxury in the room. Puffs are most often used in the design of classic interiors.

With fringe

Lambrequins with fringe stand out aesthetically and create a beautiful and elegant atmosphere. With them, the interior acquires a finished and integral look.

The photo shows a bedroom and a window with lambrequins decorated with fringe.

With tassels

They transform the room and suit different interior styles. For the bedroom, choosing such a decor will be especially appropriate, as it will make the room more comfortable.

Simple

Ordinary, freely hanging fabric with the simplest execution. However, this does not mean that such models simplify the appearance of curtains and the room as a whole.

Short

Visually increase the height of the window opening. Will appeal to those who love an abundance of light.

With flowers

A floral theme will be a wonderful decoration for the bedroom, will improve the mood and create a festive atmosphere in the room. And if the floral patterns on the lambrequin also echo the textiles on the bed, then the result is an excellent and complete picture.

The photo shows a bedroom and a window with a lambrequin and curtains with floral patterns.

Arc-shaped

Arched assemblies of different widths and depths. They combine well with each other and can be made from both translucent and curtain fabrics.

Photos in different styles

The length, shape, and decorations for lambrequins are selected in accordance with the overall style of the bedroom.

Modern

Refined and functional. A bedroom in this style should not be cluttered with intricate designs made of heavy fabrics. Simple and graceful folds without massive ruffles, fringes, and tassels will look much more appropriate here. When placing the set directly under the ceiling, the room visually seems higher.

The photo shows a bedroom in a modern style and a beige lambrequin with curtains on the windows.

Classic

Complex multi-row lambrequins made of thick fabric are a basic component of the classic style. They are able to create an elite atmosphere in the room and add luxurious motifs to it.

Baroque

The majestic style also implies the presence of soft and smooth lines. The designs should be simple and echo the decoration and decor. Golden shades fill the room with a precious glow and make it even more presentable.

Minimalism

A monochromatic, straight bandeau with clear lines will become a real designer find in a minimalist bedroom interior. It will give the room a strict sophistication and visually expand the space.

Provence

In the provincial French style, light, modest options with floral motifs are used. They will especially match the interior and go well with the simple, cozy and homey Provence style.

The photo shows a bedroom in the Provence style with a window decorated with a simple lambrequin with curtains.

Country

Lambrequins made of lace and transparent fabric are suitable for the country style. This will add even more appeal and rustic chic to the window.

Color scheme

Colors help to adjust the lighting and contribute to the overall comfort as much as possible.

White

Will always allow you to be on trend. Will add a beautiful and fresh look to the bedroom and make it light and cozy.

Red

With skillful use of this color, you can achieve beautiful results and create a rather unusual interior. To prevent red from negatively affecting the mood, it is combined with more neutral shades.

Green

A pleasant color, due to its closeness to nature, evoking associations with a beautiful emerald stone. Green lambrequins in the bedroom interior provide a calm and relaxing atmosphere.

Brown

Lambrequins of this color in the interior of the room are a very deep and beautiful decor.

Purple

Contradictory and complex. It will easily transform the interior, set the mood and attract attention.

Blue

Creates an atmosphere of purity and perfect freshness. This color has stability and monumentality.

Lilac

This shade looks truly chic in the bedroom. It is organic and attractive in any combination and manifestation. It adds novelty, charm and unique elegance to the room.

The photo shows a bedroom and a lilac bandeau with curtains on the windows.

Pink

Creates a subtle and refined interior. With pink lambrequins, the bedroom has a spirit of aristocracy and tranquility. They fill the room with depth and a sense of style.

Two-color

Quite an interesting design option that will be an accent element of any interior. Such combinations are especially suitable for creative people who often make extraordinary decisions.

Decorating non-standard windows with lambrequins

The textile ensemble should skillfully emphasize the original shape of the unusual window opening.

For a small window

Do not use excessively dark and gloomy colors. It is advisable to give preference to draperies of simple shapes in light colors, they will visually create the illusion of an impressive window opening.

For two windows

To decorate windows that are located next to each other, they often choose the same decor that harmoniously combines with each other.

Asymmetrical window

Draperies will skillfully hide the flaws of the window and the room and place the necessary accents. Correctly selected designs will perfectly blend with the bedroom interior and make it non-trivial, sophisticated and unique.

Bay window

The choice of decor for bay windows depends on the overall interior of the room. Lambrequins will be a win-win option for a bedroom that has enough space. The density of the fabric depends on the amount of incoming light.

The photo shows a bedroom with a bay window decorated with lambrequins.

Combinations with curtains

Allow you to correctly mix different options for curtain ensembles on one window.

Curtain

For curtains of medium density, soft draperies made of the same fabric are suitable. Expressive folds, combined with curtain grabs, will create an interesting and delicate composition and will become a truly worthy frame for windows.

Curtains (tulle, etc.)

A combination of fabrics that echo in color but have different textures looks especially exquisite. Smooth, flowing fabrics combine very elegantly with soft lambrequins.

See how tulle looks in the bedroom interior.

Children’s bedroom design

For a girl’s bedroom, simpler but more sophisticated products with ruffles, puffs, gathers, lace or braid are suitable. Multi-layered compositions, both from translucent and denser fabrics, will be appropriate. For a boy’s room, solid, bright or multi-colored hard lambrequins with appliques of superheroes or favorite hobbies are often used.

The photo shows the interior of a bedroom for a girl and curtains with a lambrequin with puffs.

Rules for decorating a small bedroom

The main nuances of decoration:

• In a small room with low ceilings, you should not use too lush and complex draperies, with numerous folds. They will narrow the room and make the ceiling even lower.
• Simple and rigid straight or cut in the shape of an arch lambrequins, combined with tulle, are perfect.
• It is preferable to use designs in pastel colors and avoid large patterns and designs.