I don’t like old vertical blinds! They don’t do it for me—the way they look, the annoying slapping noise when they slide, and when a blind pops out and crashes to the floor. It can be such a hassle to put it back in. Let’s say they’re not my favorite! We need something that looks great and provides good sun protection right away. Regarding style, I think a combination of full-length woven shades with floor-to-ceiling window panels is super chic!

I appreciate the design of these transitional plantation shutters, which have a slightly island-inspired feel. Although they can be challenging to clean, they present a sleek and appealing appearance. It seems that a rolling system needs to be installed for functionality, but they definitely excel in terms of light and heat control.

There is this more contemporary woven vertical blind look, but I am not sure I like the look.

One of my other favorite looks is using just fabric! However, when it’s pulled back, it doesn’t really provide much light control or heat protection. While it looks lovely, I do worry that the edges might end up getting a bit smudged after being pulled back several times during the day.

As you can see, you have choices. Which one is your favorite??