Soft. Structured. Made entirely for your windows.
Roman shades are one of the most versatile and enduringly elegant window treatments available. When they’re made well, from fabric chosen for your specific room, lined for your light and privacy needs, and sized precisely for your windows, they bring a level of polish and warmth that off-the-shelf options simply can’t replicate.
Every Roman shade I create is custom from start to finish. That means the fabric, the style, the lining, the mounting, and the final dimensions are all selected specifically for your space, not pulled from a standard size chart and hoped for the best.
Choose Your Style
I offer two classic Roman shade styles, each with a distinct personality. During your consultation, I’ll help you determine which is the right fit for your space, your architecture, and the overall look you’re after.
Flat Roman Shades
When raised, a flat Roman shade folds into clean, even horizontal pleats. When lowered, it lies completely flat against the window, no folds, no gathered fabric, just a smooth expanse of whatever beautiful material you’ve chosen.
Flat Romans are the more structured, graphic of the two styles. They let the fabric do the talking, which makes them an ideal choice for bold patterns, detailed prints, or any fabric where you want the design to read clearly and without interruption. They work beautifully in modern, transitional, and contemporary spaces, and in rooms where you want a clean, tailored look.
Relaxed Roman Shades
A relaxed Roman shade has a gentle, curved swag at the bottom hem when raised, a soft, casual drape that gives the treatment a more approachable, lived-in quality. Lowered, it has a slight billowing quality rather than lying perfectly flat.
Relaxed Romans are warmer and less structured than their flat counterparts, which makes them a natural fit for bedrooms, breakfast nooks, reading rooms, and anywhere you want the feeling of ease without sacrificing elegance. They pair especially well with softer fabrics, linens, cottons, and loosely woven textures that move and breathe.
Lining Options, And Why They Matter
Lining is one of the most important decisions in a custom Roman shade, and one of the most overlooked. The right lining protects your fabric, improves the way the shade hangs, and gives you control over exactly how much light enters the room. Here’s what I offer and when I recommend each:
- Unlined — A light, airy option that allows the most natural light through. Best for sheer or semi-sheer fabrics where diffused light is the goal, or in rooms where privacy and light control are less of a concern. Keep in mind that without a lining, fabrics are more susceptible to fading over time, something worth considering in sun-drenched New Orleans rooms.
- Lined — The most versatile and commonly recommended option. A standard lining gives the shade better body and structure, improves how it folds and hangs, filters light without blocking it entirely, and adds a protective barrier against UV fading. For most rooms and most fabrics, this is my default recommendation.
- Blackout — For bedrooms, nurseries, media rooms, or any space where you need complete light elimination. A blackout lining blocks virtually all incoming light when the shade is lowered, without sacrificing the beauty of your chosen fabric on the front. This is also an excellent choice for west-facing rooms that get intense afternoon sun.
- Interlining — An additional layer of soft batting placed between the face fabric and the lining. Interlining gives Roman shades a luxurious, substantial look, the fabric appears fuller and richer, with a depth that elevates even a simple material. It also adds insulating properties, which can help with energy efficiency. This is a finishing detail most people don’t know to ask for, and one that makes an immediately visible difference in quality.
Custom Roman Shades Are a Beautiful Choice If…
- You want a clean, tailored window treatment that doesn’t compete with the rest of the room
- You need privacy and light control without the weight or formality of full drapery panels
- You’re working with a smaller window or a space where floor-length curtains aren’t practical
- You have a fabric you love and want to showcase it in a way that lets the pattern or texture speak
- You want the flexibility to layer, a Roman shade paired with drapery panels gives you both style and full light control
- You’re furnishing a kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, or home office where elegance and function need to coexist
How It Works
Every Roman shade project begins with an in-home consultation. I come to your space, assess the windows, discuss your style and practical needs, and help you select the fabric, style, and lining that will work best. There’s no guessing, no ordering samples and hoping, just a clear, guided process from someone who has been doing this for twenty years.
Once we’ve made our selections together, your shades are fabricated through trusted workrooms and installed to fit your windows precisely. What you receive isn’t close to what you imagined, it’s exactly what we designed together.
Ready to Get Started?
Complimentary in-home consultations are available for clients in the New Orleans and surrounding area. I take on a select number of projects at a time, so when you’re ready, reach out and let’s talk about your windows.