The most loved curtains and sheers of 2021

The beginning of the year is the perfect time to look at the trends of the past year and to set our expectations for the year ahead, so it's time to reveal the list of the most beloved curtains and sheers of 2021.

Textile trends mean more than just color and texture. A trend tells a whole story, and last year's story is full of finesse, naturalness and care for the environment.

Whether it's simple patterns, black-out fabrics, velvet curtains or sustainable materials, every item on the list left a mark on the year 2021.

Here are the most popular curtains and drapes of 2021:

Velvet remains in the top of furnishing preferences in 2021. The texture of a velvet curtain not only impresses visually, but also tactilely. The velvet texture not only catches the eye but is also pleasant to the touch

This fabric adds sophistication to the room, but also creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Mendola Fabrics velvet curtains have enjoyed special attention over the years, and this year these curtains were in the center of attention:

Another popular choice were simple fabric curtains and sheers. Uni-patterns in neutral shades of beige, white or gray highlighted the interiors in which they were included and those in bright shades impacted the atmosphere of the design concepts.

The appreciation for the minimalist style was highlighted by curtains such as Cheer, Tyler or Tempera, made out of simple fabric, and curtains such as Velar, a simple curtain that has a special personality due to the chenille fabric.

Blackout curtains, that are 100% opaque, have been in high demand due to their ability to completely block the sun's rays. The most popular curtains, representative for this category are Ares, Atlas and Neptun

The dense fabric facilitates a more restful sleep, since it prevents light from outside to enter the room.

In 2021, many have made bold decisions when it comes to curtains. Bold, striking patterns were among the favorite choices and the most popular items in this category were:

Zanzibar, a jacquard curtain, with an animal print pattern, Nympha, a fabric an abstract pattern, with ethnic inspiration, Delancy, with botanical motifs enriched by metallic reflections; Teorema, with geometric pattern, repetitive and Atticus, with a modern pattern and bright accents.

Another global trend that has left its mark on textile preferences is that of sustainability. Recycled curtains have been in high demand and the care for the environment has influenced the increase in demand for more sustainable textiles.

In the top of this category are the curtains Sanremo, Respiro, Avenue and Ecco, made of recycled materials. More information about recycled and natural fiber fabrics can be found in this blog post

It wouldn`t be a complete overview of the most loved fabrics of last year without mentioning the curtains and sheers launched in 2021.

The Spring-Summer and Fall-Winter 2021 collections have been enriched with geometric, floral and abstract patterns, precious jaquard and velvet fabrics but also minimalist patterns.

The most beloved curtains and drapes from last year's collections were: Salto, Kerida, Cubano and Java