Plaid Curtains

Tartan drapes

Alexandra Cole

Make your home even cozier and nostalgic with some fall plaid curtains relying on a tartan design.

You can find both models that look just like Scottish kilts and those that homage them more subtly.

To create a more cohesive feel, why not introduce the same tartan pattern elsewhere in your room, such as through your accent pillows?

Plaid curtain for bedroom

Gracie Oaks

In most cases, thicker or blackout curtains are a wiser choice in bedrooms, especially when it comes to privacy.

If you’re also disturbed by street sounds that make it hard to sleep peacefully, combine this with the noise-reducing options.

Plaid drapes for cold palettes

Alexandra Cole

While they’re traditionally associated with warm colors, plaid curtains don’t necessarily need to stick to red tones.

On the contrary, you can now find plaid drapes in all kinds of hues, including several blue or light-blue options that work divinely in rooms relying on a cold palette.

For example, you could use these designs to add a rustic touch to coastal or French country interiors. 

Shorter plaid curtains

DONREN

Dramatic curtains are a logical choice for large windows where you can let them drape all the way down to the floor. However, don’t forget that plaid curtains can work with your smaller ones, too!

For instance, if you have a particularly small room where you can’t rely on many decorative items, some short plaid curtains or valances are one of the most practical ways of creating a cozy atmosphere.

Iconic rustic curtains with a white and red plaid pattern

If the reason why you’re intrigued by gingham and plaid curtains is their rustic potential, take it to the next level by sticking to the fabulous white-and-red pairing.

This will work especially well with decors that are specifically inspired by the countryside, such as farmhouse, cottage, or even European-style interiors. 

Classic red plaid curtains for living room

August Grove®

We bet that, if we asked you to picture some plaid curtains on the spot, your mental image would involve the color red.

That’s probably why the traditional red-and-black plaid pattern tends to be the most logical choice in homes where you want to create some cozy and almost nostalgic vibes.

Plus, red plaid curtains make it a breeze to match most warm palettes.

Gingham plaid curtains for living room

August Grove®

Another timeless take on plaid curtains involves the beautiful gingham pattern, which will immediately remind you of the countryside.

Familiar and homely, it’s perfect to inspire some cozy and rustic vibes. At the same time, be sure to match your palette by choosing plaid curtains in a gingham pattern that involves at least one of its three main colors. 

Thermal plaid curtain panels

Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse®

As well as their charming designs, don’t forget to take practicality into account when choosing your new plaid curtains.

Thermal models are especially a godsend if you live in a fairly cold area and are tired of wasting so much money on heating bills.

Most thermal curtains tend to be noise-reducing too, or you can specifically look for that feature instead if you live in the middle of the city or in a noisy neighborhood.

More versatile plaid drapes for living room

Gracie Oaks

Are you fascinated by plaid patterns but worried that they’d look out of place in your contemporary interiors?

Don’t worry: just choose some plaid drapes that move away from the most traditional red-based and rustic designs.

For example, how about a plaid pattern created by thin lines crossing against a monochrome background?

Sheer or semi sheer plaid curtains

Winston Porter

When thinking of plaid curtains, we tend to picture thick, woolen-stye fabric, but that isn’t always the case.

As we said before, sheer and semi-sheer curtains are a better idea if you’d like to let more sunlight into your room and don’t really need curtains for privacy (perhaps because that window doesn’t look out onto the road or another building).

In this case, the plaid pattern will probably be more delicate but still recognizable.