It’s no secret that the right drapes can transform a space. Linen beckons in summer, but as the weather cools, that breezy set may start to feel a little out of place, leaving you craving something…. cozier. Perhaps that’s why plaid curtains have been popping up everywhere lately — even in ultra-modern spots like CB2.
Turns out, plaid isn’t just for picnic blankets and hunting cabins. While there’s certainly a time and place for the rustic-rooted pattern (even the late, plaid-loving Vivienne Westwood knew that), it seems that its moment is now. The holidays are the perfect time to embrace plaid’s warmth, nuance, and inviting charm — equal parts curtain trend and a refreshing antidote to anything too polished or pretentious.
So, in the spirit of the season, grab your cable knit, pour some cocoa, and settle in as I share my six favorite takes on this classic pattern to get your space on the fast track to cozy.
Price: $69.99
You might recall these viral Amazon curtains from last year — affordable, customizable, and ridiculously easy to hang. TwoPages quickly won over the masses, including my fellow style editor, Brigid Kennedy. This year, their beloved drapery feels especially perfect in evergreen plaid. On its own, it has a festive vibe, but pair it with brass, gold, or red, and the holiday spirit is instantly amplified.
Price: $30.18, Was: $44.99
For less than the cost of a very mid sushi takeout order in NYC, you can get something so much better. Currently on sale for $30, this 4.7-star reviewed blackout curtain set in burgundy buffalo-plaid makes for an ideal Christmas bedroom decorating idea. It's your new best friend for cozy, sleepy Saturdays.
Price: $129
Though I dismissed linen as a summer affair earlier, I had to include this CB2 curtain set for a couple of reasons. 1) As a California native, I understand the need to bring a coastal twist to typically cool-weather staples, and 2) this modern take on plaid is just the refreshing change we all need. Still nostalgic, but light and bright and far from imposing.
Price: $157.50, Was: $210
This plaid plum curtain set is one of the most elegant (and dare I say, demure) options I’ve come across in this category. It looks regal — expensive — but still maintains a certain lightness, with subtle pops of peachy pink that make it equally fitting for warmer neutrals or the obvious jewel tones. These Christmas living room decor ideas are more versatile than you’d think.
Price: $44.99, Was: $91.94
While some of the selections on this list feel distinctly fall/winter, I could easily see these curtains transitioning into spring and summer if rustic charm is your style. The blend of khaki, green, and russet brown hues might be in line with Christmas decorating trends, but is also about as evergreen as it gets. And with a near-perfect 4.9/5 star rating on Wayfair, you can bet that this set will stand the test of time.
Price: $43.99, Was: $74.99
If I were to close my eyes and picture the most quintessentially Christmas-y, Hallmark movie-esque curtains, these would be it. The colorway, fittingly called “Burgundy Bliss,” is truly heavenly. While it might be giving cranberry sauce and countryside cottage on its own, pair it with sleek, modern furniture to give it a fresh update. Remember, the most luxurious spaces often feature well-chosen but unexpected contrasts.
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