A fabric so soft -  it’s like a warm hug on a chilly day - and yet so luxurious, one could swear it walked straight off the set of a Hollywood classic. Yes, yes, yes;  we’re indeed talking about velvet — everyone’s favorite fabric crush! And as this stunner of a fabric dresses up as velvet curtains, it doesn’t just drape a window — it turns the window into a showstopping masterpiece. 

But velvet curtains aren’t just about the looks (though they’ve got those in spades). They are the ultimate multitaskers - bringing glam, warmth, texture, and a splash of energy savings to any room. Whether you’re dreaming of bold, statement-making drapery or something more understated, velvet’s got you covered. 

So, grab your cup of Joe and find the comfiest, plushiest chair — we are about to let you in on all the trade secrets of picking and styling your new velvet curtains. But before we get to that, let’s take a quick look at why velvet curtains enjoy such a celebrity status in decor.

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Why Velvet Curtains You Ask?

Oh, we can think of a thousand reasons why! But to keep things simple, we will list only its top favorite traits that keep us falling for velvet curtains time and again, like poets love their pens and birds their wings. Here goes: 

SASHAY & SWOON - FLAWLESS DRAPE: Being a heavy-weight fabric, velvet sports a flawless fall straight out of the box. While lightweight fabrics can take days - sometimes weeks - to develop ‘pleat-memory’ and fall into crisp folds and straight pleats, velvets are a natural when it comes to carrying themselves with grace. So, you do not need to put extra time and effort into ‘pleat training’ to make your velvet drapes fall into a flawless fall.  

STEAL THE SCENE - STATEMENT DRAPERY: Any designer will tell you - grand crystal chandeliers and throne-like tufted sofas need velvet drapery to complete the picture. And if your wish is to create a focal point with drapery, there’s nothing like velvet to serve the mandate. With or without patterns, velvet drapery knows how to steal the spotlight, bringing the drama with it unapologetically.  

HUG-IN-A-DRAPE - TEXTURAL WONDER: Velvet’s plush pile adds tactile richness, depth and dimension to a space. In a room gone cold with sleek surfaces and flat finishes, the raised fibers of the velvet bring textural warmth - begging to be touched - while visually softening the edginess of your decor. The inherent textural flavor of the fabric is further doubled up by the well-rounded pleats of the made-to-measure drapery, adding to the cozy visual effect. 

COLOR WITH A CAPITAL ‘C’ - CHECKS SATURATION: Velvet’s unique thick weave also ensures color richness. While on loose-weave fabrics, colors may lose their saturation and true hue, velvets make sure that your drapes sport the true richness of the color tones you select. So trust that with velvet curtains, red will remain red, and not become its own ‘washed out’ version when exposed to sunlight from behind or to bright lights inside in the room. 

STYLE SHAPESHIFTER - VERSATILITY: While velvets often bring old Hollywood glam to mind, they are - in fact - equally competent candidates for modern minimalist interiors. As glitzy as a rare gem and as subtle as a matte finish masterpiece, velvet drapes can be both a show-stopper and a quiet backdrop. With simple design changes and thoughtful palette decisions, velvet curtains adapt to your décor vision — from vintage Victorian to modern musings — at the drop of a hat. 

AS TOUGH AS TANTALIZING - DURABILITY: Don’t let the visual softness fool you — velvet is as tough as it is glamorous, standing the test of time with style to spare. With proper maintenance, velvet drapes can last you a lifetime!

A POETIC PATINA - AGES LIKE FINE WINE: Not only is velvet durable but also it gets better with age — a trait that only a handful of fabrics can rival. As the years pass, it acquires a soulful patina, each subtle shift in texture whispering tales of time well spent. There’s poetry in this aging process that captivates the heart, making velvet an irresistible choice for those who cherish art and a beauty that deepens with time.

SNUG & SNAZZY - TOP-TIER INSULATION: We proudly nickname our velvet drapes collection ‘beauty with brain’. With the luxe thick weave of velvet comes top-notch insulation, keeping your space perfectly cozy in the chill of winter and cool during the summer heat. So stay true to your eco-friendly promise, and breathe a sigh of relief whenever you look at your energy bills. 

Tips to Style the Style Icons

Think of velvet as a muse — rich, mysterious, and full of character. Our designers approach styling velvet curtains with a sense of reverence, letting the fabric’s natural beauty lead the way. The challenge lies in making the most of its functional potential while also adding to its aesthetic caliber. So, let the fabric breathe, take up its space, and inhabit your space with an effortless, timeless grace. 

And we’ll lay down how you can achieve such a goal with ease. Coming straight from our stylists’ notebooks, here are tips and tricks to style your velvet curtains from Sewn:

FULLER THE BETTER: Velvet must be voluptuous to live up to its reputation. So, do not skimp on your drapery’s ‘fullness’, and maximize the panel width so your drapes form full, well-rounded and shapely pleats. You will be well-advised to refer to our Drapery Sizing Guide before finalizing your order to make sure you hit the mark with both the width and length of your velvet curtain panels.

LET ‘EM PUDDLE: A fabric like velvet is an unapologetic member of the dripping drama gang, the theatrical legends you may say. So stay true to their opulent character and order them in puddled lengths, adding anywhere between 4 to 18 inches to your panel length. Creating a waterfall cascade on the floor, this intentional spill-over speaks of opulence and decadence like nothing else can. 

TURN HEADS WITH THE HEADER: Casual drapery heading styles like tab tops and grommet tops may not do justice to the grandeur of your velvet drapes. Instead, we recommend opting for the more tailored styles like goblet pleats and French triple pinch pleats. However, if they read too traditional for your modern home, choose the more fine-tuned language of Euro pinch pleats that bring the elegance of hand-stitched pleats while maintaining a minimal note.

POWER-UP WITH BLACKOUT LINING: While velvets are insulative in themselves, adding blackout lining behind them is like upgrading the armor of a superhero. Blocking 100% incoming light, ensuring top-notch thermal efficiency, and doubling sound absorption, blackout lining significantly boosts the insulative properties of velvet curtains. Furthermore, it also adds to the durability and color fastness of the fabric.

GO THE TRIM-TASTIC WAY: In homes that like compliments to keep coming, a set of custom velvet drapes embellished with one of our drapery trims like hand-knotted tassels will win accolades in plenty. What is already a statement in itself – velvet curtains – when dressed up with tassel trims, becomes a scene-stealer and stamps the space with a ‘custom-made, designer’ seal. So go on, evoke the grandeur of a majestic Vienna ball and let your trimmed velvet drapes waltz on your windows. And that, fellow draper, is the tried and tested recipe for an ultimate decor flourish! 

SYNC WITH DECOR: Your velvet drapes can be as glam chic or as subtle as you wish. Make your design choices based on the overarching theme of your decor. In a minimalist setting, for instance, white velvet drapes featuring the Euro double pinch pleat heading style and a ribbon trim would be a befitting choice. However, in a home full of colors, glam, and statement furnishings, velvet drapes in saturated jewel tones, paired with flowy tie-backs, tassel trimmings, and heading styles like goblet pleats would make for a stunning look.

BEFRIEND OTHER FABRICS: Layering textures is the secret sauce to a space drenched in luxury. Thankfully, velvets can mingle with and marry many fabrics. So pair your velvet curtains with a boucle throw casually tossed over your sofa, taffeta table/ bed runners, and shimmering silk pillow covers. Last but not least — velvet really sizzles when it’s paired with the wild, untamed glamour of leopard or zebra prints. The result? A space that’s nothing short of tantalizingly chic.

DRAPE THE RIGHT ROOMS: Velvet curtains are ideal for spaces like formal dining rooms, grand living rooms, bedrooms, or a period home’s library stacked with collectible books — a setting straight out of a classic detective movie. In such spaces, the thick plush weave of velvets becomes a boon and bonus. However, that same luxurious thick weave makes velvet slow to dry and hinders air circulation, so it's best to steer clear of humid, splash-prone areas like bathrooms, kitchens, or laundry rooms.

A Peek into Our Velvet Curtains Collection

A mood, a moment, a masterpiece — that’s the essence of our velvet drapery collection. And it is with great pleasure that we take you on a ride across our selection that offers everything from serene, sophisticated whites to bold, punchy monochromes, and of course, an appetizing dose of patterns. 

Ready to be dazzled? Here we go!

GLITZ & GLAM: Our velvets feature luxurious naps, imbuing the fabrics with depth, texture, and a soft, captivating shimmer. Hone in on this quality with gems from our collection that offer tantalizing, saturated jewel tones and a luminous luster, ready to steal the show every single time. Whether you want your bedroom to carry that extra glam factor or give your dining room a dazzling backdrop for candlelit dinners, options like Paradise Water, Eastwood or Spring Chevy will see you to your goal. Indulge as you may and make your home red-carpet-ready in one simple upgrade!

MOODY MONOCHROMES: Velvets are often used to voice moodiness in urban and industrial mise en scene, teaming up with leather couches, brick exposed walls, and wrought iron accents. Laced with a brooding charm, look out for elites from our collection like Tempest, Odyssey, and Gabana.

WISTFUL WHITES: Let your interiors be the serene antithesis to the hubbub of the world outside. And when such is your goal, let our white velvet curtains join the effort. Walking hand in hand with calming palettes, warm-toned lights, indoor plants and feet-hugging rugs, our whites like Dream Catcher and Henley can breathe life into your vision of a serene, restorative home.

NATURAL NEUTRALS: Neutrals are most loved for their ‘friendly neighborhood’ qualities. Being the most versatile choice for any room, they can mingle with any decor trend, age group, and palette. If your vision matches the mandate, neutral wonders from our collection like Gemstone, Wheat Dust, Cocoa Bliss, followed by an equally fine line-up are waiting to cradle your sight.

PATTERN PLAY: Make your home fit for royalty with drapes like Zaatar, Irish Brogue, and Tokyo Snow that feature bold color tones and classical patterns like damask, fleur de lis, and florals. Our chinoiserie velvets collection featuring options like Snow Flakes, Arabian Gulf, and Mahogany Warm on the other hand capture a scene straight out of a fairytale depicting serene lakes and birds playing around over plush velvet backdrops that range saturated to light color tones— perfect for adding a charming, poetic romance to your space.

To Sew It All Up

As we conclude this star-studded journey through Sewn's velvet curtains collection, we invite you to step fully into the world of opulence and grandeur that velvet embodies. The stage is yours — no more waiting! We leave you here, ready to explore, discover, and claim the velvet drapes that speak to your heart. Find your decor statement a few clicks away — happy shopping!