Roman Shade Style Guide
Roman shades pair timeless elegance with everyday ease.
At Cozyology, we offer five distinct styles—each with its own folds, function, and charm—so you can find the perfect fit for your home.
| Fold Style | Liner Option | Visible Pleat Stitching | Supported Lift Types |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain | Optional | Lightly Visible | All 5 Available |
| Front Slat | Optional | Visible | All 5 Available |
| Relaxed | Required | None | All 5 Available |
| Pleated | Optional | Visible | All 5 Available |
| Top Down Bottom Up | Optional | Lightly Visible | Cordless, No-Drill |
Plain Style
Plain Style
Slats sewn inside for a smooth, clean finish.
- Design: Slats are sewn inside the fabric for a flat, streamlined look.
- Liner options: Available unlined or with an added liner.
- Visibility: With a liner, slats are barely visible; without a liner, slats are more noticeable but still subtle.
- System: Works with Cordless, Code Lift, No-Drill, and Motorized systems.
- Blackout note: Our 100% blackout liners block most light, but a small amount may still seep through the stitching lines. Complete blackout is not available on our website.
Front Slat Style
Front Slat Style
Creates structured, segmented folds with a dimensional look.
- Design: Slats are positioned on the front of the fabric for added depth.
- Liner options: Available with or without a liner — front slats remain clearly visible either way.
- Back view: Seams are visible if unlined, but concealed when lined.
- Compatibility: Works with Cordless, Code Lift, and No-Drill systems.
Relaxed Style
Relaxed Style
Creates a soft, casual drape with a graceful curve — perfect for an effortless, elegant look.
- Design: No slats are used; the fabric naturally forms a gentle arch at the center when raised.
- Liner Requirement: Must be made with a liner for proper shape and drape.
- Compatibility: Works with Cordless, Code Lift, and No-Drill systems.
Pleated Style
Pleated Style
Features evenly spaced horizontal pleats for a structured, elegant look that stacks beautifully when raised.
- Design: No visible slats — the fabric gathers softly for a polished, classic finish.
- Liner options: Available unlined or with an added liner.
- Compatibility: Works with Cordless, Code Lift, and No-Drill systems.
Top Down Bottom Up
Top Down Bottom Up
Offers flexible light control — the shade can be lowered from the top or raised from the bottom while maintaining a smooth, flat front.
- Design: The front remains flat; operation creates a visible gap between the upper and lower fabric sections.
- Liner Options: Available with or without a liner — seams remain visible either way due to the dual-movement structure.
- Compatibility: Works with Cordless, Code Lift, and No-Drill systems.
- Blackout note: Our 100% blackout liners block most light, but a small amount may still seep through the stitching lines. Complete blackout is not available on our website.
Rib Spacing & Stack Height
Rib Spacing & Stack Height
Our Roman shades feature custom-engineered spacing tailored to your window's width for perfect visual balance:
B: Inner Ribs
Features 9" to 14" dynamic spacing where gaps scale automatically based on the shade's width to maintain ideal proportions. Consequently, a wider shade will yield wider rib spacing (e.g., B1 will be larger than B2).
A: Top Panel
Intentionally designed to be 2 1/2" to 4" larger than the inner sections below to ensure a clean, structured appearance (configured as A1 - B1 ≈ 4").
C: The Fully Raised Stack
Standard pleats fold and nest perfectly hidden behind the top panel.
Formula: C ≈ A (factoring in fabric thickness).
Side Details
Side Details
- Enhanced Light Blocking
The Light Blocking Side Strip reduces light leakage along the edges of your Roman Shade, providing a deeper, more effective blackout. - Mounting
Designed for outside-mount Roman Shades only. The side strip attaches securely with Velcro for a clean, stable fit (included at no extra cost). - Clean Appearance
Conceals the side of the shade for a polished, seamless look.
Blackout Note
Blackout Note
- Outside Mount vs Inside Mount:
Outside mount shades block more light, but may still allow some light to seep through the sides. To achieve 100% light blocking, we recommend combining Roman shades with curtains. The curtains will effectively block light from the sides, enhancing the overall light-blocking effect. - Plain and Top Down Bottom Up Styles:
These styles have visible stitching due to their construction, which may allow light to pass through. Therefore, 100% blackout liner is not available for these styles. - Other Light Blocking Styles:
Styles like Relaxed, Front Slat, Back Slat, Pleated do not have visible stitching, and light will not pass through the seams. Therefore, they can achieve nearly 100% light blocking, and 100% blackout liner is available for these styles.
Roman Shade Lift Type Comparison
| Lift Type | Width Range | Length Range | Child / Pet Safety | Mounting Depth | Pictures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cordless | 17-77 inches | 11-95 inches | No Loops | ~ 2 inches | View Details |
| Corded | 17-46 inches | 11-117 inches | Fixed Cord Length Low Risk of Loops |
~ 2 inches | View Details |
| Remote Control | 22-81 inches | 11-117 inches | No Loops | ~ 4 inches | View Details |
| Remote & Voice Control | 22-81 inches | 11-117 inches | No Loops | ~ 4 inches | View Details |
| Cordless (No-Drill) | 15-58 inches | 11-77 inches | No Loops | ~ 2 inches | View Details |
