Curtain styles

French Pleat

French pleat stands in close, upright folds at the heading. It reads more formal than a simple pinch and suits rooms that want a dressed, precise line.

A more formal fold

The pleats sit tightly and stand at the top of the curtain, then fall in even columns. The look is often chosen for living rooms, guest rooms, and villa windows where the heading is on show.

It needs enough fabric fullness to look right. We talk through that when we look at the opening and the cloth.

When to choose it

If you like pinch pleat but want a more upright, ceremonial heading, French pleat is the next step. It still works with sheers and with heavier drapes.

Hardware should support the extra body at the heading. Share photos of the window wall so we can see how much stack space you have.