This top down shade is the perfect alternative when you need privacy, but would like the light coming through the upper portion of the window.
This bay has a relaxed Roman shade with contrast banding. The center two shades are actually on one pulley so they can be pulled up together.
Roman shades are a great option for French doors. They provide privacy, but aren't as noisy as blinds when the door is opened and shut.
This hobbled shade is up most of the time with the fringe hightlighting the hem.
This hobbled Roman shade is shown completely lowered, the exta fabric folds provide interest when down.
The French toile is banded on each side with plaid and has a Queen Anne valence to pull up under the shade when more light is needed in the room.
With the busy floral design, a flat Roman seemed the best alternative for this window. The bell valence provides contrast as it pulls the fabrics of the room together.
This Austrian shade has a simple valence with beaded fringe over it hanging from custom glass knobs.