Style guide
Bold and eclectic blinds, curtains and shutters
A bold and eclectic scheme usually asks more of the window than simply disappearing into the background. Strong colour, graphic repeats, oversized florals and mixed influences all work well, provided the finish still feels considered rather than haphazard. Made-to-measure helps with that balance. Getting each blind or curtain cut for its own opening means a lively print sits properly, headings hang neatly and the overall look reads as deliberate. It also lets you decide where to go all in with pattern and where a plain shutter or coloured slatted blind gives the room a bit of breathing space.
- terracotta
- burnt orange
- teal
- damson
- navy
- sepia
- black and white
Made-to-measure blinds for a bold and eclectic look
For this look, blinds can either carry the pattern or add a block of confident colour. Roman and roller blinds suit large-scale motifs particularly well, because the design reads clearly when the blind is down. Rangoli, Segment and Sedona all bring a strong graphic presence, while Deco, Harlequin and Maddox Roller Blinds push further into statement territory. If you would rather use colour than print, slatted venetians such as Burnt Venetian Blinds, Damson Metal Venetian Venetian Blinds or Everglades Venetian Blinds can do that job neatly. Made to measure keeps a patterned blind looking intentional rather than crowded.
Types that suit it: Roman blinds, Roller blinds, Blackout blinds, Venetian blinds.
Blackout curtains
Aldous
The large repeating diamond print and strong colour contrast make it a statement fabric
Blinds
Antibes
The large repeating circle motif and confident two-tone contrast make a clear graphic statement.
Venetian blinds
Burnt Venetian Blinds
A strong, warm orange used as the main colour of the blind rather than a muted neutral
Venetian blinds
Damson Metal Venetian Venetian Blinds
The saturated damson colour and glossy metal slats make a confident, punchy statement at the window
Roller blinds
Deco
Large-scale geometric repeat in strong contrasting colours makes a statement rather than blending in
Perfect fit blinds
Diego
The coral ground and abstract line-art faces make a strong, characterful statement
Venetian blinds
Dorothy Venetian Blinds
The deep red slats bring strong, confident colour to a window
Roman blinds
EB Roman Blinds
The strong vertical diamond repeat in navy and gold is a confident, pattern-forward choice
Venetian blinds
Electric Venetian Blinds Electric
The vivid aqua colourway and glossy slats bring strong, confident colour to a window
Venetian blinds
Everglades Venetian Blinds
The strong teal-green shade gives a confident, colourful accent rarely seen in neutral schemes
Roller blinds
Exotic Roller Blinds
The large-scale animal-inspired rosette pattern is a confident, statement print
Electric blinds
Exotic Roller Blinds Electric
The strong teal spot pattern gives a confident, statement look
Room by room
Getting the bold look in each room
Living room
A living room is a good place to use the strongest pattern. A Roman blind in Segment or Rangoli can hold its own against mixed upholstery and collected furniture, while full-length curtains in Facet or Priyanka make the window part of the room rather than a quiet edge.
Dining room
Dining rooms tend to suit bolder choices because you are not asking the window to work around beds or wardrobes. Graphic curtains such as Linkage or Ashmore feel decorative and deliberate here, especially with a tailored heading that keeps all that pattern looking ordered.
Bedroom
In a bedroom, strong pattern still works, but it helps if the finish feels a touch calmer. Blackout curtains in Nuance or Cora give the room visual character while helping with light control. A patterned Roman blind paired with plainer bedding can strike the right balance.
Kitchen
Kitchens often benefit from a more edited version of the look. A wipeable roller blind with a graphic print, such as Deco, can bring colour and energy without asking too much of a hardworking room. If there is already plenty happening elsewhere, a coloured venetian can be enough.
Bathroom
Bathrooms usually suit colour or simple structure rather than heavy fabric. A coloured venetian or a waterproof shutter keeps the room practical, while still fitting the spirit of a bolder scheme. It is generally best to keep real wood out of bathrooms.
Home office
A home office can carry a more graphic blind surprisingly well. Strong repeats such as Harlequin or Maddox Roller Blinds give the room some personality on video calls and in daily use, while still folding away neatly when you want more light across the desk.
Bold and eclectic: questions people ask
Are bold patterned blinds too much in a small room?
Not necessarily. In a smaller room, one made-to-measure blind in a strong print can look more considered than several competing details. Roman and roller blinds are often the easiest way to do it, because the pattern stays contained to the window. If you are unsure, your advisor can hold samples up in your own light so you can see what feels right.
Do bold curtains work better than bold blinds for this style?
Often, yes, because curtains give you more fabric and a fuller sweep of pattern, which suits an eclectic look. That said, blinds can be just as effective where you want a cleaner shape or have less wall space. It usually comes down to how much statement you want the window to make and how the rest of the room is furnished.
Which heading suits bold and eclectic curtains best?
Wave and pinch pleat are both good choices. Wave gives a continuous, more contemporary line, which works well with graphic prints. Pinch pleat feels more tailored and can suit decorative florals or larger statement designs. Pencil pleat can also work if you prefer a softer, more relaxed finish. Your advisor can talk through the options with the fabrics in front of you.
Can I mix patterned curtains with patterned wallpaper?
Yes, but it usually works best when there is some link between the two, such as a shared colour, a similar scale or one element being more restrained than the other. Made-to-measure helps because the curtains will hang properly and look intentional. If you want the room to stay balanced, a plainer blind or shutter elsewhere can help.
Are shutters too plain for a bold and eclectic interior?
They can actually be useful in this kind of scheme. Not every surface needs a pattern, and shutters bring structure when walls, furniture or textiles are already doing quite a lot. They suit rooms where you want the interior overall to feel expressive but would prefer the window itself to stay simpler and easier to live with day to day.
Can I get motorised blinds for a bold patterned design?
In many cases, yes. Motorisation is often a sensible choice for high windows, blinds behind furniture or a run of windows you want to move together. It is available with battery or mains operation, and by remote or app control. If you have a particular window in mind, ask your advisor to confirm the suitable options on the day.
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