Personality is coming back into style. After years of carefully restrained neutral interiors, Sherwin-Williams is encouraging homeowners to experiment with richer color, unexpected combinations and rooms that feel unmistakably personal.

Reignite, one of the three themes in the Sherwin-Williams 2027 Colormix Forecast, is expressive, energetic and fashion-forward. That makes it a natural fit for custom window fashions throughout Paramus, Ridgewood, Westwood and Bergen County.

From statement drapery and patterned Roman shades to colorful borders and dramatic hardware, the window offers an ideal place to bring this trend home.

What Is the Reignite Theme?

Sherwin-Williams describes Reignite as a response to interiors that have begun to feel overly restrained or interchangeable. Its influences include:

Rebellious color
Mysterious depth
Play as power
Dopamine energy
Tactile contrast
Curated, eclectic design

Reignite does not mean that every surface needs a bright color or competing pattern. It is about making confident, personal choices and understanding where to create impact.

Like fashion, a room can be transformed by one beautifully selected statement piece.

The Colors of Reignite

The rooms illustrating Reignite combine deep, dramatic colors with softer neutrals and more playful accents.

Cordovan SW 6027 brings a sophisticated wine tone to the palette. Caviar SW 6990, Forged Steel SW 9565 and Bitter Chocolate SW 6013 add moody depth.

Dutch Tile Blue SW 0031, Quietude SW 6212 and Deep Sea Dive SW 7618 explore the range between blue, teal and green. Lotus Petal SW 9697 introduces soft warmth, while Mountain Fig SW 9690 adds another distinctive accent.

Warm Winter SW 9506 and White Snow SW 9541 provide balance and allow the stronger colors to remain the focus. Hulett Ore SW 9574 contributes a mineral-inspired neutral with more personality than basic beige.

Make the Window a Fashion Statement

Custom drapery offers almost unlimited possibilities for translating Reignite into a sophisticated room. Fabric color, pattern, texture, pleat style, trim and hardware can all be customized.

A room with neutral walls can come alive with richly colored drapery. In a room already painted in Deep Sea Dive or Cordovan, a lighter fabric with contrasting trim can create balance.

Consider:

Full-length drapery in a rich solid color
A patterned fabric incorporating several room colors
Contrasting borders along the leading edge
Decorative tape or trim
Tailored pleats that create a structured silhouette
Black, brass-inspired or statement hardware

The treatment does not have to match the paint. A related undertone, repeated accent or intentional contrast can make the design feel more interesting.

Patterned Roman Shades Add Controlled Drama

A Roman shade is ideal for homeowners who want to experiment with color or pattern on a smaller scale. It can act like a piece of textile art in a kitchen, bathroom, office or reading area.

A floral pattern can combine Lotus Petal with green, blue or burgundy. A geometric fabric can bring together Dutch Tile Blue and warmer accent colors. A saturated solid Roman shade can provide a crisp statement against a neutral wall.

Decorative trim can also give a simple Roman shade a more customized, fashion-forward appearance.

Balance Expressive Color with Simpler Treatments

Not every window needs to become the focal point. When walls, furniture and artwork already provide strong color, a neutral treatment can give the room space to breathe.

Warm Winter, White Snow and linen-inspired fabrics offer a clean foundation. A sheer, roller or cellular shade can manage light and privacy without competing with the design.

Layering a simple functional shade beneath decorative panels gives homeowners flexibility. The shade handles daily light control, while the drapery contributes color, softness and style.

Add Drama to Specialty-Shaped Windows

Bergen County homes often feature arched, angled or otherwise distinctive windows. These shapes can become an important part of the Reignite design instead of a problem to work around.

Custom shutters can follow an arch and emphasize its architecture. Drapery hardware can be positioned to enhance height and proportion. Carefully selected fabrics can frame the window while allowing the shape to remain visible.

A custom treatment considers the entire composition of the wall—not simply the size of the glass.

See Color in Your Home’s Actual Light

Strong colors can change throughout the day. Deep blue may appear brighter in direct sunlight and nearly black at night. Burgundy may shift warmer or cooler depending on the room’s exposure and lighting.

That makes an in-home consultation particularly valuable. Sonie, the Window Fashionista at Budget Blinds of Paramus, brings samples to your home so you can see how fabrics, patterns and finishes coordinate with your paint, furniture, flooring and natural light.

Whether you want one statement Roman shade, beautifully tailored drapery or a layered design for an entire room, we can help you embrace the expressive spirit of Reignite with custom window fashions created specifically for your home.