One of the most common questions I get when I post bathroom photos is:
“Where did you get your shower curtain?”
And every single time, I have to say, “It’s not even a shower curtain!”

Yep. It’s just regular curtain panels.

Honestly, if you’ve ever felt totally underwhelmed by the shower curtain aisle, same. It’s all plasticky prints and bland neutrals that feel more “starter apartment” than intentional design.

I started using actual curtains instead of traditional shower curtains a while ago, and honestly, I’ll never go back. I buy them in a longer length and pair them with an extra-long waterproof liner. That part is key. You get all the practicality of a normal shower curtain, but the style options are so much better.

In our blue floral bathroom, for example, I used a soft striped curtain that blends beautifully with the wallpaper and blue trim. The extra height makes the whole room feel taller and more finished, even though it’s not a giant space. It adds softness, pulls in the tones from the wallpaper, and looks way more custom than anything I could’ve found in the bath aisle.

And then there’s the red bathroom, which brings all the drama in the best way. The deep red walls are bold and moody, but adding that vintage-style curtain helps soften everything up. It breaks up the intensity of the color and adds just the right amount of warmth and coziness. The fabric brings in texture, and the whole thing makes the space feel more balanced and inviting, like a little jewel box with layers of charm.

So if your bathroom’s feeling a little blah, this is such an easy swap that can make a big difference. Just grab a set of regular curtains in a longer length, pair them with an extra-long waterproof liner, and hang the rod a little higher. It instantly makes the space feel taller, softer, and more styled.

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Blue Floral Bathroom