This Season’s Shades: Calm Colors and Soft Textures
Natural textures, soft colors, and timeless touches for your windows
As spring gives way to early summer, there’s no better time to refresh your home with lighter, softer layers. May is the perfect month to open the windows, let the breeze in, and take a fresh look at your surroundings. And while flowers and linens often get the seasonal spotlight, one of the most transformative changes you can make is updating your window coverings.
At Bindi and Bird, we’re seeing a clear direction for 2025: calm, organic, and beautifully practical. This season’s shades and blinds—from Hunter Douglas and other leading brands—embrace texture, simplicity, and colors pulled straight from nature.
Soft color stories
Gone are the cold grays and shiny finishes of years past. In their place are warm neutrals, earthy greens, and slate-toned blues—colors that ground a space without overwhelming it.
Here are a few of our current favorites from Hunter Douglas:
- Sugared Almond – a soft, creamy neutral that feels clean and cozy
- Angel Wing – a delicate white with subtle texture, perfect for bright, airy spaces
- Soft Veil – a light, layered tone with a gentle warmth
- Sandcastle – a warm beige that pairs beautifully with natural woods and stone
- Rockport Gray – a cool, modern gray with just enough softness to stay timeless
And of course, the right white never goes out of style. Crisp, clean whites and soft ivory tones are still a staple for good reason—they reflect light beautifully and blend effortlessly with almost any interior style.
Layered textures
This year’s most beloved window coverings bring dimension through texture. Woven woods, linen-inspired fabrics, and subtle jacquards offer softness without fuss. Even roller shades are being reimagined in tactile finishes that feel elevated but relaxed.
Smart, simplified living
Motorized lift systems, cordless designs, and light-filtering options make today’s shades just as functional as they are beautiful. The goal? A home that feels calm and well-considered—where style and ease go hand in hand.
