12 Style-Forward Pottery Barn Curtains That Are Sure to Impress — They Don't Call It Window 'Dressing' For No Reason
Dressing up your windows is like accessorizing your outfit, and here's why everyone knows and trusts Pottery Barn to do it
Julia Demer
Just as the right pair of earrings or belt can turn an outfit from good to great, how you 'dress' your windows can completely transform the room. If you’re looking for something moody and sumptuous, choose a velvet curtain. If you want to add a bit of warmth and depth to a spot typically flooded with white-washing light, a solid burnt-orange or deep-brown curtain changes everything. Or, if you really just need to snooze your alarm a little longer in the morning, blockout curtains can work wonders.
And whatever your window treatment ideas entail, you'll be able to find them (and a good-looking version, at that) at Pottery Barn (that's excitingly also just launched in the UK). The beloved US brand is excellent in terms of price-for-quality, fabulous with its customer service (I've had first-hand experience), and established enough to offer both ready-to-ship and custom curtain options (because every window, and therefore curtain, is different).
Across four different categories — solid, sheer, patterned, and blackout — I've taken a look at some of my favorite Pottery Barn curtains, chosen mainly for their overall style (since its quality is so consistent), but also for the reviews (yes, there are some bestselling Pottery Barn curtains on this list, of course). So, let's get shopping, shall we?
Solid Pottery Barn Curtains
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L, 50"W x 120"L
100"W x 84"L, 100"W x 96"L, 100"W x 108"L, 100"W x 120"L
By my estimation, the Emery Linen is sort of the Swiss Army Knife of Pottery Barn curtains. There are 17 different colorways to choose from, including this delicious espresso shade, as well as eight different ready-to-ship sizes. The linen fabric offers a lightweight touch, but the curtains themselves are still light-filtering, so you don’t lose any function due to the fabric choice. Really nice — and a bestseller.
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
To me, the Faye is your quintessential Pottery Barn curtain. It’s crafted from cotton, polyester, and linen, and looks much thicker/heavier than something sheer (though the description explicitly states that daylight will still shine through). I can’t be certain without checking it out in-store, but this curtain also looks rather sturdy to me, and perhaps genuinely heavier than the others on this list. Of the five colors available, I chose to highlight the Flax option for its depth of tone.
Size: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
Stylistically, there isn't much difference between the Rustic Chenille curtain and the other options in this section. But on the tactile front, these beauties boast a chenille tweak — a subtle fuzzy finish you could see much closer up. It's not much, but it is a nice little twist that adds some dimension to the product.
Patterned Pottery Barn Curtains
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
Forgive me, but I love toile. And I think a toile curtain is perhaps the perfect way to incorporate this inimitable flowery pattern into your design scheme. Because the purpose of window dressing is function, yes, but when done right, it can also serve as a fabulous accent. And what's more fabulous than toile?! These beautiful drapes could either complement an already maximalist room or add that subtle touch of chaos to a highly curated minimalist space. Worried the whimsy is a bit too much? In my opinion, the charcoal colorway imbues the whole thing with a bit of gravitas.
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
I am not one to shy away from pattern (clearly), but I do understand if you’re not so proud about print. That’s where this Paisley Jacquard Curtain comes in. It’s different and dimensional — look a bit closer, and you’ll see the paisley print covering the drape — and it offers more to the eye than just a plain piece of fabric. I found myself drawn more to the Steel Blue colorway over the Flax, but you might feel differently. Something more exciting than a solid, but less dramatic than toile.
Size: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
I would love to see this fresh and springy curtain in a nursery or guest bedroom. It’s welcoming, brightening, and oh-so perfect for the coming months. The design is more traditional, sure, but that is Pottery Barn and its relaxed, high-end, American sensibilities. For the simple decorators, use these curtains as the pop of color in an all-white space. And for my maximalists, well, you don’t even need me to tell you what to do, do you? Pattern clash!
Sheer Pottery Barn Curtains
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
Classics are classics for a reason. If you really can’t narrow your Pottery Barn curtain selection down, a sheer, true-white curtain can simply never be outdone. It’s crisp, it’s clean, and it looks excellent blowing in the wind. And, it lets lots of light in.
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L, 50"W x 120"L
If I were to equate any curtain on this list to, say, a tutu, it would be this sheer Belgian Linen option. There are only two colorways available, but I found myself leaning toward the crisper, pure white option. Soft and sweet and simple; versatile, always; and great for possible layering with a thicker drape. Plus, it's affordable, too!
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L, 50"W x 120"L
Remember how I waxed poetic about the Emery earlier? This is its sister curtain, a much sheerer option that lets in double the light but lacks none of the style. My eyes were immediately drawn to the Flagstone colorway — I loved that it was a neutral, but something different than white or beige. I also liked that its warmth and depth contrast with the light it’s letting in. Could work as a great option in between sheer and solid ... sholid?
Blackout Pottery Barn Curtains
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
When I think of blackout curtains, I often think of heavy, ugly masses of dark-colored fabric — the Greenwood couldn't be more different than that, despite boasting the same light-blocking properties. And that's its very charm. Now, I do understand that this is quite a busy piece, but its variety of colors means it should match with most anything you already own. In a way, it's almost its own version of the little black dress (to tie it with my earlier metaphor).
Sizes: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L, 50"W x 120"L
If the job of a blackout curtain is meant to block light, I can't think of anything better, really, than a velvet drape, especially when it's this sumptuous green color. It's tactile, it's elegant, it's an instant way to upgrade a space. I think these curtains would work best in a colder climate, just because they scream 'winter' to me, but I suppose a lighter colorway could fix that.
Size: 50"W x 84"L, 50"W x 96"L, 50"W x 108"L
Look familiar? That's because it should! This is once again the Faye, only in a blackout version this time. Of the color options available, I felt drawn to the Chambray this time. I love that it is subtle and almost neutral in tone. Indeed, you can match this to really anything, which means the investment here is worth it in the long run. Plus, it's not nearly as heavy — visually or otherwise — as the velvet would be.
FAQs
Are Pottery Barn Curtains Good Quality?
One word: absolutely. Few brands boast as strong consumer sentiment as Pottery Barn, which is, without a doubt, one of America's most popular home decor brands. Yes, there will be issues here and there — it is a massive retailer, after all. But the core of the organization really does a great job of getting you to forget that.
Whether it's because of the pristine showrooms, the knowledgeable on-floor staff, or the great customer service, online and off, I'm not sure. But, in any regard, I can almost guarantee that a purchase from Pottery Barn is one you'll be happy with. I've personally shopped with Pottery Barn a lot, and have no plans to stop.
How Should I Style My Pottery Barn Curtains?
"Hang curtains as close to the ceiling as you can, leaving just an inch or so of space," advises Cheryl Eisen, real estate agent turned designer, noting that she prefers "a pinch pleat, a grommet, or a ripple fold" when shopping for Pottery Barn curtains.
Length must also be considered — how far should the hem of your curtain be from the floor? "In certain rooms, you can have the curtains pooled on the floor — but usually, it should just kiss the floor. That’s a cleaner look,’ Cheryl says.
Curtains aren't the only way you could add a little spice to your living room and bedroom decor — mirrors are a great tool, too. Luckily, I've already picked out 12 pretty Pottery Barn mirrors for you to peruse.
