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Oonagh Turner

BIZARRE: Turns out this cool two tone curtain trick does something way more important than just look good - You Need To See This

Two-tone curtains with pale pink and dark pink, pink ottoman covered in pink cushions, with salmon-covered floor lamp.

Often disregarded as mere practical pieces of fabric used to block out light, curtains can have a big impact on the design of your room. An opportune way to add color to a space, it's not always so easy to find the balance between too subtle and too saturated — which is what makes the two-tone curtain trend every designer's best-kept secret. Well, until now.

The curtain trend sees a solid block of color on the top, and a separate block closer towards the bottom, introducing differing tones that can either complement or contrast, depending on your desired scheme. "It brings an added layer of visual interest to what can often be an overlooked element," explains Shannon Shlom, director of interior design studio We Are Duet. "Curtains tend to fade into the background, but this detail elevates the room — transforming a standard, single-color curtain into something that feels special, intentional, and joyful."

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