A fernbound path where fairies tread,
That’s where we found our favorite green,
And bottled it up to spin the threads.

There’s a reason green never falls out of trend. It’s the color of nature - of fern, moss and meadow - but also of parlors in 19th-century England, lacquered walls in Chinese salons, and the tufted banquettes of old Hollywood cocktail lounges. 

Green adapts like no other; it can be hushed and scholarly in a Georgian study, all sage and shadow; or lush and tropical in a Rio apartment with cane chairs and ceiling fans. From Rio to Regent’s Park, green has proven it belongs everywhere, and perhaps nowhere more gracefully than as a set of green curtains on the window. Because after all, the window is our bridge to the verdant outdoors, and dressing it in green feels almost instinctive, like a quiet nod to nature. 

Serene yet spirited, green curtains are for interiors that want to be calm but not colorless. In linen, they breathe like spring air through a country kitchen; in silk, they brood and shimmer like forest canopies caught in dawn’s first light. Whether green curtains puddle theatrically on hardwood herringbone floors or frame a mid-century picture window with retro charm, green drapery proves its mettle time and again—earthy, elegant, and endlessly adaptable. 

In honour of this chameleon shade, we bring you our top three favourite spaces to drape in green. And along with the eulogy, you will also be served with pro styling tips and ideas coming straight from our designers’ notepads and Pinterest pilgrimages. Come along!

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Frame Nature with Green Curtains in Sunsoaked Sunrooms

A sunroom lives for the view! So, at first glance, curtains in a sunroom might sound counter-intuitive. Why cloak the very thing a sunroom was built for? Garden sprawling, ivy climbing, pool gleaming— it is all about the light, the view, the nature! 

But here’s the thing, different sunrooms have different mandates to fulfill, some where curtains become functionally mandatory, and others where their aesthetic potential is simply too strong to ignore. And when you dress the windows of a sunroom, it makes sense to bring in colours and patterns that underscore the true essence of these sweet oases rather than take away from their natural elegance. This is why green curtains are staples in patios, sunrooms, terraces and conservatories.

So take a cue from the view, steal the lush green and paint your sunroom drapes with it. Green curtains here not only frame nature but also mingle with it. When the breeze drifts in, the fabric stirs like leaves in conversation, blurring the line between indoors and out. 

When your sunroom doubles up as your dining room or a reading escape, we recommend sheer fabrics that gently diffuse light and keep your space comfortably lit up while also guarding your privacy. But if the sunroom doubles as your home office, where sunglare is not quite welcome, opt for non-sheer, opaque fabrics in breezy linens or lightweight cottons.

When you want to use your drapes primarily for aesthetic purposes, and not as fully functional drapes, we recommend stationary framing curtains. This is for when privacy is not a concern and drapes are being employed just to add that missing je ne sais quoi to your sunroom. 

Our favorite offerings for this space are green floral drapes like Terrapin Green, Baruna, and Sunlit Leaf, or idyllic toiles like Woodland Sway that seem like an extension of the outdoors. These are drapes that practically whisper, “I brunch among butterflies.” But if you want to opt for the hushed calm of plains, choose light and bright greens like Casafina, Ambrosia, or Moriah. 

Pair your curtains with cane or wicker furniture, a scatter of cushions, and perhaps a rattan pendant that throws dappled shadows across the floor. If your space leans more modern, trade wicker for sculptural wood. Either way, your sunroom’s about to become the most irresistible spot in the house; half conservatory, half holiday home!

MORE FROM THE STORE: Sheer Curtains | Linen Curtains

Pay Homage to Harvest with Green Curtains in Kitchens

Amidst the hiss of the kettle and timer beeps of the oven, the aroma of broth and clink-clank of pots and pans, the kitchen is where green curtains meet their muses daily. It’s where the day’s harvest lands: coriander from the pot outside, basil from the sill, glossy zucchini from the satisfying farmer market haul, lemons rolling off the counter like tiny suns. So why shouldn’t your drapes join the parade?

Dress your kitchen windows in shades that echo what’s on the chopping board, like the mint green of Rafael or the olive green of Firdaus. Or, go a touch livelier with spring-like floral patterns in options like Bee Orchid. In kitchens that are draped in rustic style, try gingham checkered green curtains like Green Jewel.

As for the fabric itself, keep it light and breathable. Sheers and semi-sheers let daylight pour in, making even weekday breakfasts feel a bit like Sunday. But if your kitchen faces the sun full-on (and your butter melts faster than your toast takes to pop up), go for lined cotton or linen to temper the glare. Avoid silks and velvets in kitchens. Silks are notorious for holding on to water stains and are difficult to maintain in a space as hands-on as a kitchen. Similarly, thick velvets do not dry as quickly, making them unsuitable candidates for splishy-splashy zones. 

And a styling tip straight from our design team’s collective caffeine high: cafe curtains. They cover the lower half of your window, let the light pour through the top, and make any kitchen instantly look like it serves fresh croissants and accepts unsolicited compliments as revenue. To complete the look, throw in a few potted herbs, a wooden chopping board or two, and just like that, fellow cook and decor enthusiast, your kitchen is no longer where you cook but where you linger. 

HomeSewn Wisdom: If your kitchen window is on the smaller side, stripes are your natural ally. Vertical ones can draw the eye upward, giving the illusion of height, while horizontal stripes can make the window feel wider than it is. Look to pieces like Palmer Island and Hannah to make your petite windows look visually larger, like you just cast a magic spell. But honestly, it’s just you being super clever with your curtains!

Brighten Up the Nursery with Green Curtains

Let’s be honest; not everyone’s idea of the perfect nursery includes a sugary overdose of pink or a blue takeover. For those who think beyond gendered boxes, unbothered by cliches, green curtains (and admittedly yellow, their sunny best friend) make for the most cheerful option. And it is their apolitical, ageproof nature why more and more nurseries are leaning this way: cheerful enough for playtime, calm enough for nap time, and stylish enough for the grown-ups who secretly want to hang out there too.

Use cheerful, patterned green curtains like High Living with oversized floral prints that are sure to entice any young explorer of the world. Another option can be to curate the pulsating energy of stripes and checks that are playful enough to add dynamism to the decor without feeling overly childish. Plus, they fit into any decor style and grow up gracefully with your tiny tot from nursery days to a room that is always locked behind a do-not-disturb sign. Or look to velvets like the toile-patterned Inland Sea or the floral Garden Mint, that not only pack sweet patterns but also the insulating properties of velvet to minimise unwelcome light and noise in the nursery. 

If your little one’s room already looks like a rainbow exploded (in the best possible way), we recommend skipping any kind of pattern and settling for plain green curtains like Tea Infusion. They act as a visual breather and also come to you with all the natural goodness and hypoallergenic qualities of cotton. 

While we’re on the subject of tiny humans, a few curtain commandments for the nursery:

• Steer clear of kiddie patterns like mermaids and dinosaurs that put your drapes behind bars of age. As soon as your little one outgrows the theme, the whole room will feel dated. Instead, reach for playful florals or timeless geometrics - prints that feel young without tipping into ‘juvenile’. These drapes will grow gracefully with your child, staying relevant from nursery naps to teenage daydreams, all while keeping the room light, lively, and delightfully future-proof.

• Add blackout lining to create that elusive sleep cocoon for the baby. As they dream peacefully, you can proceed to catch up on your own, much-needed sleep. After all, ‘nap time’ should apply to everyone in the room, especially sleep-deprived parents.

• If your little explorer is still in the grabby phase, avoid any dangling tassels and trims on your curtains, lest they end up in someone’s mouth. Instead, opt for ribbon trims that are securely stitched and just as charming. Once those curious hands are less, well, curious, bring back the tassels and pom poms, and let them dance.

• Overly-long sweeping drapes might look poetic, but in nurseries, they’re basically an open invitation for tripping incidents and toddler tug-of-wars. Instead, keep them sill-length or just grazing the floor for a look that’s both smart and safe.

• While choosing heading styles, opt for ones that do not feature loops or holes to prevent any light leaks. Instead, opt for full-coverage headers like the flat panel tops, back tab tops, and pinch pleats. These styles prevent light from peeping in like an uninvited guest in the morning. If your baby isn’t a fan of complete darkness and tends to feel anxious and scared, swap blackout lining for privacy lining or dimout fabrics like Sky Harbour and Sunny Seed. They keep things cosy without turning the room into a dark cave.

MORE FROM THE STORE: Velvet Curtains | Cotton Curtains

Shop Samples (for Free!) Before the Final Purchase

Is the green you desire sun-warmed or ocean-cooled? Is it a bold emerald or a shy pistachio? 

Color tones can be notoriously elusive—a shade up or down and they seem alien to one another. That olive you loved online might feel a bit too yellow in your room. That’s why we advise: don’t guess, swatch! A few swatches today can save you from a fabric regret tomorrow.

Our free samples let you test-drive your favorites at home. Pin them up, watch how they mingle with your wall colour, your flooring, your lighting. Basically, let them audition for the role of ‘perfect curtain’. Because honestly, drapery is no casual buy; it’s a major decor commitment, the kind that deserves a proper test drive. 

To Sew It All Up

Whether you're leaning into a sprightly spring revival for your sunroom or creating a lush fairytale escape for your kid, green curtains can serve many mandates. And now we’re at the end of our ode to green and the rooms that wear the color the best. Kudos, you just met the most versatile character in the curtain canon. Call it the colour of calm, or the mood of the moment, but once you drape it, you’ll know: green was never just a choice. It was a calling. 

So go on then, fulfil your leafy destiny. Browse Sewn's green curtain collection that’s been quietly judging your beige obsession this whole time. Pick a green drape, make a statement, and give your windows the glow-up they’ve been wanting forever. And in case you’d like us to help you shop with more one-on-one curtain-talk sessions, we’re just an email away!