{"title":"Velvet Roman Shades","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur velvet Roman shades are made in Nocturne, a soft 100% polyester velvet at about 300 gsm with a short, dense pile, in 37 colors from Snow White to Warm Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose plain, flat, relaxed, pleated, tie or swag fold, cordless, corded or motorized lift, and linings up to 250 gsm blackout. Nocturne also comes as a top-down bottom-up shade and a French door shade. Read the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/measuring-instruction-for-roman-shades-blinds\"\u003eRoman shade measuring guide\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nocturne-velvet-roman-shades","title":"Nocturne Velvet Roman Shades","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade-to-measure Roman shades in Nocturne, a soft 100% polyester velvet (about 300 gsm) with a short, dense pile, offered in 37 colors from Snow White to Warm Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade styles: Plain Fold, Flat Fold, Pleated Fold, Relaxed (Single, Multi or Soft Relaxed), Tie and Swag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift options: cordless, corded (continuous cord loop) or motorized, with optional remote, Wi-Fi hub and power supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadrail and valance choices, 12 linings from light-filtering to blackout (or unlined), and optional no-drill installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside mount: enter the exact narrowest inside width to the nearest 1\/8 inch; the headrail deduction is made at the factory. Motorized inside mounts need at least 2 1\/2 in of window depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose velvet for a Roman shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet has a short, dense pile that soaks up light, so colors look deep and rich and the folds catch a soft sheen. At about 300 gsm, Nocturne is a heavier fabric that hangs in full, rounded folds. It suits bedrooms, media rooms, dining rooms and any space where you want a warm, tailored look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill a velvet Roman shade darken a bedroom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep colors already block much of the daylight, but pale shades let a soft glow through. For sleeping, add a blackout lining: Blackout White 250 gsm, Blackout White 150 gsm or Blackout Coffee 180 gsm. Some light can still show at the edges of an inside-mounted shade; an outside mount covers more of the frame. See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blackout-roman-shades\"\u003eRoman shades with blackout options\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I measure Nocturne Roman shades for an inside mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the inside width at the top, middle and bottom and enter the narrowest figure, to the nearest 1\/8 in. Do not subtract anything: the factory deducts 3\/8 in from the headrail. Measure height from the top of the opening to the sill. The frame needs at least 2 in of depth (2 1\/2 in for motorized). Sizes run 16–98 in wide and 14–119 in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose cordless, corded or motorized lift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCordless lift has no exposed cords: you move the shade by hand from the bottom rail, a common choice for nurseries and homes with pets. Corded lift uses a continuous cord loop on the left or right. Motorized lift uses a rechargeable motor with an optional remote, Wi-Fi hub and power supply; inside mounts need at least 2 1\/2 in of window depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring help: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/measuring-instruction-for-roman-shades-blinds\"\u003eHow to measure Roman shades\u003c\/a\u003e. Prefer to lower the shade from the top? See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nocturne-top-down-bottom-up-roman-shades\"\u003eNocturne velvet top down bottom up Roman shades\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fredesigner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68139546870010,"sku":null,"price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6175\/0522\/files\/fredesigner-nocturne-velvet-roman-shades-01.webp?v=1794240202"},{"product_id":"nocturne-top-down-bottom-up-roman-shades","title":"Nocturne Velvet Top Down Bottom Up Roman Shades","description":"\u003cp\u003eTop down bottom up Roman shades in Nocturne, a soft 100% polyester velvet (about 300 gsm), offered in 37 colors. Lower the top for daylight while the bottom stays closed for privacy, or raise the bottom as usual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFold styles: Plain Fold, Flat Fold or Pleated Fold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift options: cordless or corded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadrail choice, 12 linings from light-filtering to blackout (or unlined), and optional no-drill installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside mount: enter the exact narrowest inside width to the nearest 1\/8 inch; the headrail deduction is made at the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does a velvet top-down bottom-up shade work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has two moving rails. Slide the top rail down to let daylight in over the shade while the lower part keeps the room private, or lift the bottom rail like a standard Roman shade. It works well on street-facing bedroom and living-room windows. For motorized lift, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nocturne-velvet-roman-shades\"\u003eNocturne velvet Roman shades\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I make a Nocturne top-down shade dark enough for sleeping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a blackout lining: Blackout White 250 gsm, Blackout White 150 gsm or Blackout Coffee 180 gsm. Velvet in a deep color blocks much of the light on its own, but pale colors glow on a sunny day. When the top rail is lowered, light comes in over the shade by design, so close it fully at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I measure for an inside mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the inside width at the top, middle and bottom and enter the narrowest figure, to the nearest 1\/8 in. Do not subtract anything: the factory deducts 3\/8 in from the headrail. Measure height from the top of the opening to the sill. Sizes run 16–98 in wide and 14–119 in high. For an outside mount, enter the full area you want to cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Nocturne color should I pick?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet can look slightly different in person than on a screen, because the pile catches light at different angles. Neutral tones such as Cashmere, Taupe and Gray Beige suit most rooms, while Midnight Blue, Pine Green and Burgundy make a bolder statement. Compare color names and codes carefully before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring help: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/measuring-instruction-for-roman-shades-blinds\"\u003eHow to measure Roman shades\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fredesigner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68139572560122,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6175\/0522\/files\/fredesigner-nocturne-top-down-bottom-up-roman-shades-01.webp?v=1794240273"},{"product_id":"nocturne-velvet-french-door-roman-shades","title":"Nocturne Velvet French Door Roman Shades","description":"\u003cp\u003eA made-to-measure Roman shade for one French door, in Nocturne, a 100% polyester velvet (about 300 gsm) with a dense, soft pile and a gentle sheen. Offered in 37 colors from Snow White and Ivory to Sapphire Blue and Warm Black, it brings soft, rich velvet to door glass, with a cordless lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne shade for one door: 7–98 in wide and 14–119 in high, so it fits narrow door glass as well as wide panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlain Fold, Flat Fold or Pleated Fold, with a 6 in back or front valance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCordless lift on a wooden headrail: raise and lower the shade by hand from the bottom rail, with no cords hanging by the handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 linings, including a same-color lining, or unlined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs velvet a good choice for a French door?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet is dense and soft, so it blocks more light than an unlined linen and gives a door a warm, finished look. The pile catches the light on each fold, which suits living rooms, dining rooms and bedroom doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich fold suits a velvet door shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlat Fold shows the smooth face and sheen of the velvet on a narrow panel. Plain Fold adds soft horizontal folds where the pile catches the light. Pleated Fold gives crisp, structured pleats. All come with a 6 in back or front valance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I measure a French door for this shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the glass, not the whole door, to the nearest 1\/8 in. Mounted on the door face, the shade should cover a little more than the glass on each side but stop before the handle. Sizes run 7–98 in wide and 14–119 in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I still need a lining with velvet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet alone gives good privacy, but light can still glow through paler colors. For a dark bedroom door, add Blackout White 150 gsm or Thermal Blackout 250 gsm. A same-color lining keeps the door one color from outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring help: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/measuring-instruction-for-roman-shades-blinds\"\u003eHow to measure Roman shades\u003c\/a\u003e. For one window, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nocturne-velvet-roman-shades\"\u003eNocturne velvet Roman shades for a single window\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fredesigner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68144593535226,"sku":null,"price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6175\/0522\/files\/fredesigner-nocturne-velvet-french-door-roman-shades-01.webp?v=1794268783"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.fredesigner.com\/collections\/velvet-roman-shades.oembed","provider":"Fredesigner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}