Why We’re Sew Into 'Astral': Its deep purple that is the definition of glamour, passion and royalty Its velvet texture and lustre that is the epitome of elegance and luxury Its sumptuous folds that can meet the extravagance of classical formal spaces Treat your home with a tinge of glamor in this deep purple velvet window dressing. As the stately hue helps to set the mood, the plush naps with the ‘feel me’ call make the space truly inviting and luxurious. Owing to the dense weave, curtains and roman shades in this fabric promise to be terrific insulators and room darkeners. In shapely folds as in pinch pleated drapes and relaxed roman blinds, Astral offers its most snap-worthy look. HomeSewn Wisdom: Pick the European relaxed fold style: Deepen the gorgeous hue of this plain fabric by selecting the European relaxed fold style. The signature scalloped swag and deep folds will bring out the rich tonality of the fabric in all its highs and lows, while saving the a plain roman blind from coming across as unadorned. Adorn with lush trims: Accentuate the glamorous appeal of 'Astral' roman blinds by adding one of our exuberant golden trims to its lead edges. Opt for curtains: If you’re dressing windows wider than 96 inches, try Astral curtains as a stylish alternative to roman shades. Drapery’s generous dimensions and flowy trails are particularly well suited to wider spans, creating a balanced and refined look. Start with a sample: Screens may lie; swatches don’t. Since colors in images can vary on different screens, ordering a sample of Astral is highly advisable. This will allow you to see the colors upclose, and check how the fabric feels to the touch. Complement with matching accessories: For a custom designer look, coordinate your roman shades with other textile accessories in the room. Order matching runners, table covers or cushion covers from us, or buy Astral fabric by the yard to create any matching fabric accessory of your choice. The Nitty-Gritty (Made Pretty): Our roman shades arrive with all necessary hardware, so you can skip that last-minute store dash. We include cord lock anchors for child and pet safety, because style should never come at the cost of safety. Each roman shade at Sewn is handcrafted by skilled artisans from India who pour care, precision and decades of experience into every stitch.