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Short answer
For Deepavali, refresh with jewel tones such as deep red, magenta, saffron, emerald and royal blue, often with gold, in velvets or jacquards that catch the light. The most affordable change is a new ivory or gold-toned sheer, which glows with lamps at night. Order a few weeks ahead, as curtain makers are busy before every festival, and keep all fabric well away from oil lamps and candles.
When should you order curtains for Deepavali?
Deepavali 2026 falls in early November. Curtain makers and installers are busy before every major festival, so measure, choose fabric and order a few weeks ahead so the curtains are up before guests arrive.
Tip
Measure every window now and keep the sizes with a photo of each window. When you are ready to order, the quote is quick. See How to Measure for Curtains.
What colour curtains suit Deepavali?
- Jewel tones: deep red, magenta, saffron, emerald, peacock and royal blue feel festive and suit the season.
- Gold accents: in cushions, tiebacks or a jacquard with a subtle sheen, rather than every surface.
- A neutral base: ivory or sand curtains with jewel-tone cushions and runners give colour that can change next year.
- Evening glow: warm ivory and gold sheers soften lamp light inside and look welcoming from outside.
Refresh ideas
- New sheers only: the most affordable way to brighten the living room.
- Layered sheer and dimout on a double track for a full, finished look. See Layered Curtains.
- A rich fabric: a velvet such as VELVET, in 46 colourways, or a jacquard such as MONTI damask, for a formal living room. See Velvet Curtains.
- Cushions and runners in jewel tones or gold for a quick, low-cost change. See Cushion Fabric Guide.
- Tiebacks in a contrasting colour to frame the window. See Curtain Tie-Backs and Holdbacks.
Lamps, candles and fabric
Watch out
Keep oil lamps, diyas and candles well away from curtains, sheers and tiebacks, and never leave them burning near a window where a breeze can move the fabric. Sheers are light and move easily. In homes with many lamps, tie curtains back or keep them closed and clear of the flames.
Clean before guests arrive
Wash or vacuum curtains a week or two before Deepavali so they are dry and rehung in time. Polyester sheers and dimouts wash well on a cool, gentle cycle; velvets and lined curtains usually need professional cleaning. See How to Wash Curtains and How to Steam and Iron Curtains.
Velvets for a festive living room
Curtain velvets in the JOTEX range, updated from the catalogue. See the velvet fabric page.
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Frequently asked questions
What colour curtains suit Deepavali?
Jewel tones such as deep red, magenta, saffron, emerald and royal blue, often with gold accents. A neutral curtain with jewel-tone cushions is a flexible alternative.
When should I order curtains for Deepavali?
A few weeks ahead. Curtain makers are busy before every major festival.
What is the cheapest way to refresh curtains for Deepavali?
Replace only the sheers, and add new cushions and tiebacks in festive colours.
Are oil lamps safe near curtains?
Keep lamps and candles well away from all curtain fabric, especially light sheers that move in a breeze.
Curtain maker, upholsterer or designer?
Specifications are public on every collection page. JOTEX dealers can log in for live stock and pricing, and our team can send samples or open a dealer account.