tuesday tip: shower curtain drapes

I know it's strange to suggest doing anything other than the typical shower curtain installation—one big swath of fabric that completely covers the tub or shower. Why do we do this? It's simple enough to cut your shower liner right down the middle, hang two curtains, and part them to either side...


via pinterest

In any case, I've been loving this look for a long time. I think it's stylish and interesting and a bit dressy and unexpected to treat your shower or tub just like a window, framed by a set of drapes. So, double up your shower curtains, or split one right down the center, and see what happens. And how great would it be if there was an actual window revealed by those curtains to make the view that much better?!

via anna spiro

phoebe howard

via french essence

thom filicia

via decorpad


liz caan interiors

9 comments

Dana Gastelum said...

What an amazing idea!! Thanks for sharing - I've seen this idea but never really thought about it I guess! Might have to try this :)

Fran said...

Love this idea!! I read an article once where one designer (forgot who) swore by doing this!!

Holly said...

the first one is my favorite, so cute!

The Vintique Object said...

THIS is why I love your blog. Wow, never would have thought of that, and I have never noticed this kind of image...I could do this, but then I'd have to be sure the tub was always clean. ;)
Camille

Carrie @ Hazardous Design said...

Great idea, especially if you have beautiful tilework to show off in your shower.

Jennifer said...

I have always loved this look. Great examples.

Jacqueline said...

I love this look! I really like the last one the best. I'm coming from Bargainhoot.com

Kat @ City Southern said...

Absolutely love doing this in bathrooms. Makes everything feel a bit more luxurious!!

Sarah Bradford-Burton said...

Makes me wish I had a tub, a lot! One day!