Thank you newdawn. But even if they are the roller type that are flat with the "fake" fold? Yes..the drapes are somewhat formal...both being paisley, heavy fabrics, pinch pleated, but no trim, no puddles. Knowing this, would you still go with plain blinds? I'm leaning against bamboo, and more towards wood blinds or canvas roller shade. Son's room is light blue walls, cream trim, khaki/camel accents, some light sage greens...so was thinking of just going with a cream color shade in that room. Actually, that color would easily work in both and I dont want to draw too much attention to the shades...just need them for privacy. Any good sources?

Not sure why the room is coming across as dark. It is hard to photograph due to shooting into the light. I do agree that the blue won't be that noticeable until you get close to the fabric but I really love the trim. I looked at hundreds of fabrics. It was so hard to find something with blue and brown that wasn't too white or cream. I am trying to warm up the room because it is very large and doesn't feel cozy at night (although the new rug is really helping with that). I did get a sample for a pleated shade from Smith and Noble that matched the trim pretty well. I like how the pleated shade would be practically invisible during the day but worry that it might be busy looking at night though when it is down. Any thoughts?

Hi domino3, okay i know you are just looking for curtain advice but if you don't mind i have two comments. 1) it looks like the boy's "bunk" bed can be broken in to two beds, since your boys are at school age now, have you thought about splitting the beds and placing one below each window. i attach a pic below for inspiration. you could then use a dresser between the beds as shown or maybe the desk you now have would fit in there. 2) with boys, whatever age, i tend to stick to roman blinds either mounted within or on the window molding (again an idea is shown in the attached picture) - there is just less risk of them "removing" themselves from the wall by an enthusiastic tug or pull. I like your idea of stripes - it will be a nice clean 'punchy' look with your neutral wall color and look good from a distance - although when it comes to kids rooms, i find that the bedroom door is the best line of defense between their room and your senses! Here is a link that might be useful: Boys Room

Hey There: You will be doing great with minimalistic bottom up top down shades in pleated fabric or honeycomb fabric. These blinds are super functional when it comes to light and privacy management and will be inside mount to your windows. They preserve the window look you wanted and don't cover any trim. Check us out at www.PleatedBlindsStore.com or give us a call at 619.665.9446