I’ve always loved the tranquil feel of blue walls.
When I repainted my bedroom Robin’s Egg Blue last year, I struggled to pick new curtains that would complement the cool tone without blending into the background.
Turns out, lively yellows and punchy reds make blue walls pop. Earthy greens and browns also create a relaxing, natural look.
After trying a few different colors, I learned there are so many great options for curtains to go with blue walls!
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Red
For a playful kids’ room, bright cherry red dotted swiss curtains pop against a sky blue wall with whimsical cheer.
Scarlet red curtains framed by navy blue walls create a powerful patriotic color scheme.
Pair blood orange red with cobalt blue for an electric, eclectic combination.
Sheer red curtains behind frosted blue textured glass blocks let in a moody ruby glow.
Try mixing patterns – small-scale red florals combined with large paisley blue prints for eclectic harmony.
In a transitional space, choose neutral white walls with one bold navy accent wall and crisp cherry red curtains.
For tropical flavor, island red adds spice to aqua blue in a breezy bohemian living room.
Red and blue don’t always have to match – try clashing shades for funky contrast.
Yellow
Spicy mustard curtains give midnight blue walls an electrifying brightness.
Sunset gold and orange yellows bring out the fiery side of cool periwinkle blue.
Pair pale cornflower blue with creamy custard yellow for a soothing, vintage cottage look.
Bright marigold yellow graphic print curtains make powder blue walls the perfect neutral backdrop.
Yellow and blue make a great nautical combo – try navy and goldenrod striped curtains.
Rainbow yellow and blue is a cheerful, childlike pairing.
Use yellow polka dots with sky blue stripes.
Grayish pale blue walls sing with crayon yellow curtain ties and trims for a playful accent.
Sunny daisy yellow awakens a dreamy celestial blue for warmth and whimsy.
Green
Lime green foliage wall decals complement forest green curtains and azure blue walls beautifully.
Pair daybreak blue walls with tranquil pale green sheers for a refreshing, zen look.
Kelly green velvet makes ultra marine blue walls shine glamorously like a precious gemstone.
Meld blue-green teal walls with olive curtains for a coastal retreat vibe.
Deep Emerald curtains contrast wonderfully with faded robins egg blue walls in a Victorian-era home.
Neutral ecru blue walls sing when accented with vibrant chartreuse curtains in an eclectic living space.
Aztec-inspired blue green geometric walls and sage green ethnic print curtains exude global flair.
Neon lime green injects high-voltage fun into muted gray blue walls.
Brown
Try textural burlap in chocolate brown against spa-like watery blue as a relaxing, grounded combination.
Copper penny brown pops against bright sky blue – nice for a kids bathroom.
Frosted blue glass blocks filter golden afternoon light through caramel sheers beautifully.
Pair steel blue with olive brown and wood accents for an industrial rustic living area.
Use blue walls and warm sand curtains to conjure up dreamy desert vibes.
Golden oak brown bookcases ground an airy cloud blue living room.
Chocolate corduroy blackout curtains add cozy cabin warmth to wintery frosty blue walls.
Tan berber rugs feel nice underfoot against cool slate blue walls and coffee brown seating.
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Purple
Regal purple complements blue’s depth beautifully for a rich, royal look.
Pale lilac curtains soften vibrant lapis lazuli walls with a dreamy pastel haze.
Try damask purple curtains against Prussian blue walls for eclectic flourish.
Vibrant fuchsia purple electrifies muted blue gray walls with feminine energy.
Go for baroque drama with crushed purple velvet curtains on indigo walls.
Mysterious purple sheers filtering gray blue light creates intriguing ambiance.
Purple ranges from romantic to avant-garde depending on hue – have fun mixing with blue!
Light amethyst purple with navy blue evokes a creative, mystical setting.
Eggplant purple adds richness to bright aqua walls for a tropical punch.
Pink
Pretty in pink meets calming blue for a playful, cheerful room.
Dusty mauve pink flatters light powder blue walls with graceful harmony.
Blush pink curtains sweeten dark cobalt blue walls for a fun, lively area.
Hot fuchsia pink makes teal blue walls even more vibrant and energetic.
Sheer rose pink lends a romantic glow against dark navy blue walls.
Neutral grayish blue walls beam with cheer when hot pink accents are added.
Pair pastel pink ruffles with baby blue polka dots for a cute kids’ room.
Sunset peach pinks synergize with sky blue wonderfully for bright warmth.
Go bold with magenta curtains on one blue accent wall for pop.
Orange
Punchy tangerine orange energizes cool tones for a zesty look.
Burnt orange accentuates light blue’s breeziness with autumnal warmth.
Try placing citrus orange curtains above clean white wainscoting with robin’s egg blue walls.
Mix apple red and sun yellow curtains on either side of a window against azure blue.
Clementine orange injects cheerful brightness into a monochromatic blue scheme.
Deep ochre orange enriches the sophistication of navy blue for grown-up dazzle.
Peachy coral orange flatters powdery baby blue sweetly.
Go bright and eclectic with tangerine curtains and duvet against denim blue walls.
Burnt orange books pair nicely with sky blue built-ins and window seats.
Silver/Gray
Cool-toned grays and silvers accent blue walls with harmonious calm.
Subtle champagne silver flatters robin’s egg blue with delicate luminosity.
Steel gray velvet lends modern edge against vivid cobalt or turquoise blue.
Heather gray linen sheers keep things light and airy with sky blue walls.
Shimmery silver curtains catch the light against matte navy or midnight blue for sheen.
Pearlescent silvery curtains illuminate a dark sapphire blue living room mystically.
Blue and gray is a versatile combo that works in traditional, modern, or eclectic rooms.
Charcoal curtains contrast vivid lapis blue while unified by cool undertones.
Metallic silver trim along crisp white curtains pops against azure blue walls.
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Black
Sleek onyx black electrifies blue walls for crisp, graphic contrast.
Fierce jet black heightens the power of cobalt or royal blue dramatically.
Try frothy black lace against intense sapphire blue for textural allure.
Charcoal blackout curtains plunge a vivid cerulean dining room into moody dimness.
For modern edge, meld inky black with chambray blue walls and chrome accents.
Black enhances blues beautifully – try mixing metallic blues with matte black.
Channel dark Bohemian flair with black beaded curtains against teal blue.
Mysterious black velvet with icy blue satin lets contrast shine elegantly.
A simple black and blue scheme makes a statement in any room!
White
Crisp white looks fresh and bright against vivid blues.
Stark white energizes moody navy blue walls wonderfully.
White sheers filter azure blue light airily for breezy oceanic vibes.
Creamy white downplays electric turquoise or teal punch in a relaxing way.
Try accusatory white with navy blue trim for iconic nautical style.
Pristine white respectfully lets lapis blue gemstone walls take center stage.
White wainscoting grounded by white curtains frames sky blue upper walls nicely.
Ultra-modern white roller shades complement matte robin’s egg blue.
Romantic white lace dances against dark denim blue for textural harmony.
Gray-Blue
Mix blue shades in soothing, harmonious layers for restful ambiance.
Heathered blue-gray flatters powdery robin’s egg blue sweetly.
Pale periwinkle blue sheers enliven intense navy blue walls with luminosity.
Try tonal variety – dark slate blue curtains on lighter azure walls.
Warm blue-grays like chambray contrast vivid cool blues dynamically.
Different blue intensities create interest – sheer pale blue on bold lapis blue.
Monochromatic doesn’t have to be boring – add metallics and textures.
Tufted cornflower blue velvet chairs stand out against sky blue.
Mix opaque and translucent blues for layered oceanic depth.
Turquoise
Clear water turquoise energizes blue with invigorating verve.
Gold accents enrich vibrant turquoise and cerulean blue’s energy.
Turquoise green heightens teal blue’s tropical ocean flair.
Dynamic turquoise stone fireplace stands out against navy blue.
Handsome turquoise buffalo check pops against sky blue kitchen.
Vibey boho turquoise tassel curtains liven up dark denim blue.
Punchy lime green and turquoise patterns complement azure blue.
Try global Moroccan tile turquoise against frosty robin’s egg.
Clear water turquoise makes faded beachy blue sing.
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Terracotta
Sunbaked terracotta orange enriches blue’s cool tones with earthy warmth.
Hand-glazed terracotta pots give cobalt blue more grounding weight.
Vivid terracotta floor tiles energize light airy blue wonderfully.
Natural terracotta flows with leafy emerald curtains against azure.
Distressed terracotta vases and urns contrast denim blue’s casualness.
Faux terracotta wallpaper harmonizes with Mediterranean light blue.
Terracotta injects energy and vibrance into a relaxing sky blue.
Deep terracotta dining chairs stand out against bright robin’s egg.
Pep up neutral gray-blue with organic terracotta accents.
Canary Yellow
Canary yellow is like liquid sunshine against robin’s egg blue.
Punchy canary lifts muted blue-gray up to cheerful heights.
Retro canary and cobalt blue recreat mid-century pop.
Shapely canary lamps illuminate denim blue with sculptural flair.
Sheer canary filters sky blue light playfully.
Handpainted canary and navy blue ceramic garden stools channel Tuscan flair.
Canary accessories jazz up lackluster powder blue wonderfully.
Sparky canary yellow wakes up sleepy soft blue.
Vivid canary makes teal blue even more electrifying.
Gold
Gilded gold glamorizes cobalt or sapphire blue elegantly.
Shimmering champagne gold flatters powder blue with delicate glow.
Antiqued gold chandelier dazzles against lapis blue jewel tone walls.
Brassy gold energizes light blue when used judiciously.
Gold sunburst mirror sparks up hazy gray blue wall splendidly.
Metallic gold geometric print shines against denim blue.
Gold accents blue better than silver by warming up undertones.
Navy and gold anchors away in nautical perfection.
Robin’s egg and gold makes blue cheerfully bright for kids’ rooms.
Plum
Rich plum adds a vibrant punch when paired with vivid blues.
Vibrant violet plum perks up muted blue-gray with bold energy.
Deep plum wicker chairs pop against light airy sky blue wonderfully.
Moody, mysterious plum glows against nightshade navy blue cinematically.
Try two-toned curtains – vivid plum tops sheer robin’s egg blue undersheers.
Plum injects blue rooms with bolder color for energetic dynamism.
Matching plum and denim blue decorative pillows tie the color scheme together.
Vibrant plum walls turn cobalt blue fireplace into dramatic focal point.
Rich plum bedding looks dreamy against pale watercolor-wash blue walls.
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Blush
Soft blush pink and blue channels French countryside charm.
Blush lace romances vivid sapphire blue walls with frilly delicacy.
Hazy blush sheers diffuse intense teal backlight heavenly.
Blush rose quartz crystals channel healing energy against tranquil sky blue.
Blush veils powerful navy in sweet yet strong feminine allure.
Blush candlelight casts flattering glow against denim blue.
Petal blush walls with cobalt molding plays up pretty color contrasts.
Blush throws, pillows and rugs rosy up gray-leaning blue wonderfully.
Blush sets a romantic scene against darker midnight blues cinematically.
Emerald
Sumptuous emerald green energizes cerulean blue dynamically.
Vibrant emerald grasscloth wallpaper excites hazy sky blue wonderfully.
Deep emerald velvet with gold brocade dazzles against monochromatic royal navy blue.
Emerald glass vases refract azure blue light exotically.
Tropical emerald palms thrive against cool teal pool blue.
Glam emerald jewel tones synergize with sapphire and turquoise blue.
Vintage emerald chandelier would pop brightly against faded robin’s egg blue walls.
Emerald leather desk chair stands out against lighter aqua walls.
Emerald and navy blue is a color combo with timeless graphic edge.
Eggplant
Dramatic eggplant purple electrifies bright teal beautifully.
Play up contrast with deep eggplant walls and bright sky blue ceiling.
Eggplant dining chairs become modern sculpture against cloud blue.
Dark sophisticated eggplant flatters baby blue’s dollhouse sweetness.
Try sheer eggplant curtain behind transparent pool blue glass blocks.
Vibrant eggplant poufs pump up neutral pale blue.
Deep eggplant sofa creates focal point against light blue.
Eggplant accessories add richness to clean white and sky blue.
Electric eggplant energizes faded retro robin egg blue.
Coral
Fun coral reef color scheme channels tropical water vibes.
Playful peach coral tickled by azure makes blue pop cheerfully.
Coral artwork adds energizing accents to tranquil sky blue.
Handpainted coral lamp electrifies inky denim for vibrant glow.
Boho coral tassel curtain ties dance against breezy duck egg blue.
Bleached coral driftwood sculpture adds texture to soft blue gray.
Coral jars of seashells align with beach cottage blue wonderfully.
Coral energizes faint worn robin’s egg blue back to life.
Even small coral accents enliven lackluster mute blue.
The 20 Best Curtain Colors for Blue Walls
| RANK | WHY IT WORKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 9.5 | Cheery brightness draws out blue’s energy |
| Red | 9.3 | Vibrant pop of contrast |
| Green | 9.0 | Analogous colors flow nicely |
| White | 8.9 | Clean and bright |
| Orange | 8.7 | Warm, energizing pop |
| Brown | 8.5 | Earthy, welcoming depth |
| Gold | 8.3 | Warm, enriching shine |
| Purple | 8.0 | Regal richness |
| Pink | 7.9 | Playful, sweet |
| Emerald | 7.8 | Energizing vibrance |
| Plum | 7.7 | Bold accent pop |
| Eggplant | 7.5 | Deep elegance |
| Silver/Gray | 7.3 | Soothing and calm |
| Coral | 7.2 | Playful vibrance |
| Blush | 7.0 | Soft, romantic |
| Black | 6.9 | High contrast elegance |
| Terracotta | 6.7 | Warm earthiness |
| Turquoise | 6.6 | Harmonious vibrance |
| Canary Yellow | 6.5 | Bright, cheerful kick |
| Gray-Blue | 6.3 | Soothing tonal links |
