Shades like black and dark grey can merge effortlessly with the black window frames, reinforcing a sleek and sophisticated aesthetic. For a warm and inviting atmosphere, earth tones like beige, ivory, or wood finishes provide a natural, soft contrast that elevates the room's ambiance without overwhelming the senses.

Light-coloured blinds, particularly white are the best choice for keeping your home cool in summer. Dark coloured blinds, especially black blinds, can have the opposite effect. They'll do their job in terms of privacy and light control, but the dark colour will attract the sun and could potentially add to overheating.

Black window shades are another stylish choice that offers optimal light control and privacy. Like black window blinds, they have a timeless appeal and easily blend into different interior design schemes, from minimalist to contemporary.

The Bottom Line. Blackout shades do an outstanding job of darkening rooms, but they by no means completely blackout a space. Regardless of which shade type you choose, you will experience either a light gap or the halo effect dependent upon how the shades are mounted.