An endlessly versatile and beautifully timeless pattern, striped prints have been a popular design choice across a multitude of cultures and eras, with many iconic landmarks around the world reflecting their enduring popularity.
From the intricate stripe-like tilework of Moorish palaces like the Alhambra, to the striped silk wall hangings at the Palais of Versailles and the rich and refined stripes adorning the interior of Brighton’s Royal Pavilion, all the way to more contemporary examples like Italian luxury fashion house Missoni who’s signature style features multicoloured, rhythmic stripes across all manner of textiles – the use of stripes permeates almost every aspect of design history.
The striped prints trend absolutely isn’t a thing of the past – 2025 has seen a major resurgence in the use of striped patterns, with trend experts calling stripes ‘the new neutral’, they’re quietly confident, pairing with any interior scheme and bringing a space to life without overpowering it.
Whether you want to give your space a full refresh, or simply upgrade your décor with small accents, stripes are the perfect touch to incorporate, and there’s a myriad of ways to accomplish this.
Striped Roman Shades in Balanced Ice (Striped Roman Shades | Select Blinds Canada)
Colour Combinations
2024 saw more vibrant interior trends taking centre stage, paying the way for this year to experiment with even bolder trends and palettes both indoors and out.
Stripes are the perfect way to embrace bolder shades in your home for a statement look without colour-drenching an entire space. Layering blinds and curtains at your window is a great way to achieve this. Whether you choose a stripe and a solid colour in different tones, or go extra bold and mix different patterns, create a space that feels truly unique to your sense of style.
Ever heard the old adage “red and green should never be seen”? We’re firm believers that rules are meant to be broken – especially this one, and modern designers agree! If you’re looking to create a more modern feel in your home, pairing bold striped with a pop of colour is a great way to achieve this.
Choose gorgeously green striped curtains and pair them with a rich red blind like our Classic Roman Shade in Red Currant for a daring look that’s sure to brighten your space and turn your windows into a focal point.
Or, create even more interest in your room by choosing a patterned blind too. Our Striped Drapes add a timeless touch with their delicate pinstripe design and subtle textured weave.
Classic Stripes Meet Contemporary Charm
If nostalgic patterns feel a little to retro for you, and colour combinations a touch too bold, consider combining stripes of different widths within the same space for a more contemporary way of adding interest to your décor whilst still retaining the timeless quality of stripes.
Pair our Striped Roman Shades in Emma Latte with its cozy earthy browns in subtle vertical stripes with a solid curtains for an audacious look that will add instant life into your space.
Have you browsed our striped window coverings or our vivacious collections from Laura Ashley, Clarke & Clarke, or William Morris yet? There’s no better time than the fall to start an interior design project at home. Which products would you consider adding to your home décor scheme?