Curtains during 16th and 17th centuries: Features

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Curtains and blinds are probably the most noticeable decorations in your home. Besides keeping outside elements, such as sunlight and chilling wind, out, they are also used as an aesthetic element for your interior décor. Check out the features of curtains during 16th and 17th century, and these facts might surprise you! It wasn’t until late 16th century; window curtains came into existence in England. Bed and door curtains were more popular than window curtains in 15th century. Curtain materials were traditionally made of silk, linen and mixed fibers during this period. In 17th century, shutters gained more popularity over curtains. This century was marked by the major innovation of pull-up curtains. Affluent class preferred using contrasting and dark, rich colors in their window curtains. The baroque decorating style got a big success in 17th century for its luxury effect. The baroque curtains featured printed with curved motifs. The patterned style of baroque curtains looked elegant because of the combination of classic style with a little bit of modernity. Now with the globalization and standardization of interior design, there is a new trend of classic designs with a modern twist, which is called contemporary design. The interior design concept has shifted from single style to a mix of different styles, and so people choose curtain fabrics and linings that suit their particular style.