Types of lambrequins
There are the following main varieties:
Hard (bando)
Bandos are often made from hard types of fabrics. They keep their shape perfectly, do not stretch or deform.
Soft
Such a lambrequin can be a straight strip of fabric or decorative design of curtains effectively falling in folds.
Combined
Combines hard and soft drapery, repeating in a certain sequence.
Forms of drapery soft lambrequins
When properly combined, exquisite draperies look especially interesting and impressive.
Coquille
An integral part of most lambrequins. It is laid out using vertical folds that connect to the middle. There is both a classic chill mold cut and an oblique cut.
Swagi
Symmetrical or asymmetrical semicircles with soft folds. Depending on the style of the interior, they are sometimes supplemented with various decorative elements.
Jabot (de jabot)
A vertical piece similar to a swag or semi-swag, with straight, oblique or stepped edges freely hanging down.
Crossover (semi-wag)
A fabric that is thrown onto a rod cornice, due to which it sags and forms an elegant drapery.
Tie
Vertical folds of fabric, forming a beveled line to the bottom. This element goes well with swagas.
Cascade
A piece of fabric draped along an oblique 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 draperies well. It transmits and scatters sunlight well.
Organza
Thin, transparent, airy, but at the same time quite durable fabric. Made from silk, polyester or viscose. Does not interfere with the flow of light into the room and does not block the beautiful view from the window.
Felt
A material that is somewhat reminiscent of a woolen drape. It combines pleasant softness and incredible strength.
Chiffon
Delightfully lightweight fabric with amazing shine and subtle color play.
Nylon
Resilient and elastic decorative material that can withstand significant stretching without loss of quality and presentable appearance.
Atlas
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 go well with a solid interior.
Fishnet
Curly patterns on a lambrequin make the room more elegant and change the overall look of the interior. Such carved designs make it unusual and sophisticated.
Asymmetrical
They look very impressive and extravagant. A rectangle of an unusual shape is often taken as a basis, for example, oblique or on one side.
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.
Fringed
Fringed pelmets stand out aesthetically and create a beautiful and graceful setting. With them, the interior takes on a complete and holistic look.
With tassels
They transform the room and suit different interior styles. For a bedroom, the choice of such a decor will be especially appropriate, as it will make the room more comfortable.
Simple
Plain, free-hanging fabric with the simplest design. 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. Those who love the abundance of light will come to taste.
With flowers
The flower story will be a wonderful decoration for the bedroom, improve the mood and create a festive atmosphere in the room. And if the drawings with flowers on the lambrequin also resonate with the textiles on the bed, then the result is an excellent and holistic picture.
Arcuate
Arcuate assemblies of different widths and depths. Perfectly combined with each other, can be made from both translucent fabrics and curtains.
Photos in various styles
Length, shape, as well as decorations for lambrequins, are selected in accordance with the general style of the bedroom.
Modern
Refined and functional. A bedroom in this style should not be cluttered with intricate structures made of heavy fabrics. Simple and graceful folds without massive ruffles, fringes and tassels will look much more appropriate here. Placing the kit directly under the ceiling makes the room appear taller.
Classic
Complex multi-row lambrequins made of dense fabric are the basic component of the classic style. They are able to create an elite atmosphere in the room and add luxurious motives to it.
Baroque
A majestic style also means soft and flowing lines. Designs should be simple and overlap with finishes and décor. Gold hues fill the room with precious shine and make it even more presentable.
Minimalism
A solid, straight bandeau with clear lines will be a real designer find in a minimalist bedroom interior. It will give the room a strict sophistication and visually embroider the space.
Provence
In the provincial French style, light, modest options with floral motifs are used. They will especially match the interior and be combined with simple, cozy and homely provence.
Country
For country style, lambrequins made of lace and transparent fabric are suitable. This will give the window even more attractiveness and rustic chic.
Color spectrum
Colors help adjust lighting and maximize overall comfort.
White
It will allow you to always be in trend. It will add a beautiful and fresh look to the bedroom and make it light and cozy.
Red
With the skillful use of this color, beautiful results can be achieved and a rather unusual interior can be created. So that red does not wag on the mood in a negative way, it is combined with more neutral shades.
Green
Pleasant, due to its closeness to nature, the color evokes associations with a beautiful emerald stone.Green lambrequins in the interior of the bedroom provide a calm and relaxing atmosphere.
Brown
Lambrequins of this color in the interior of the room represent a very deep and beautiful decor.
Purple
Contradictory and complex. He will easily transform the interior, set his mood and attract attention.
Blue
Creates an atmosphere of cleanliness and perfect freshness. There is stability and monumentality in this color.
Lilac
In the bedroom, this shade looks really chic. It is organic and attractive in any combination and manifestation. Adds novelty, charm and unique elegance to the room.
Pink
Creates a subtle and sophisticated interior. With pink lambrequins, the spirit of aristocracy and tranquility reigns in the bedroom. They saturate the room with depth and a sense of style.
Bicolor
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.
Decoration of non-standard windows with lambrequins
The textile ensemble should correctly emphasize the original shape of the unusual window opening.
On a small window
Excessively dark and gloomy colors should not be used. It is advisable to give preference to draperies of a simple shape in light colors, they visually create the illusion of an impressive window opening.
Two windows
To decorate the windows that are located next to each other, they often choose the same decor, harmoniously combined with each other.
Asymmetrical window
Draperies will competently hide the flaws of the window and room and place the necessary accents. Correctly selected designs will flawlessly merge with the interior of the bedroom 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 safe bet for a bedroom with enough space. The density of the fabric depends on the amount of incoming light.
Combinations with curtains
They allow you to correctly mix different versions of curtain ensembles on one window.
Curtain
For curtains of medium density, soft draperies from the same fabric are suitable. Expressive folds, in combination with tie-backs on the curtains, will create an interesting and delicate composition and will become a truly worthy framing of windows.
Curtain (tulle, etc.)
The combination of fabrics that have a similar color, but with a different texture looks especially exquisite. Smooth, flowing canvases are very exquisitely combined with soft lambrequins.
See how it looks tulle in the interior of the bedroom.
Children's bedroom design
For a girl's bedroom, simpler but sophisticated products with ruffles, puffs, gathers, lace or braid are suitable. Multi-layer compositions, both from translucent and denser fabrics, will be appropriate. For a boy's room, plain, bright or multi-colored solid lambrequins with superhero appliqués or with favorite hobbies are often used.
Small bedroom design rules
Basic design nuances:
- In a small room with low ceilings, do 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 arch-shaped lambrequins combined with tulle are perfect.
- It is preferable to use designs in bed colors and refuse large drawings and patterns.
Photo gallery
Lambrequins for the bedroom will bring the spirit of comfort, tranquility and aesthetics to the design. This rather spectacular version of textile design looks luxurious and complements not only the curtains, but also the interior as a whole.