29 Best Shower Curtains to Instantly Upgrade Your Bathroom
By Kristi Kellogg and Audrey Lee
Illustration by Gabrielle Pilotti Langdon
The best shower curtains do more than just shield your bathroom floor from an endless spray of water, they can also completely transform the space. Think about it: Hanging nearly floor-to-ceiling and spanning several feet, they’re more of a fifth wall than an accessory.
Even if you aren’t searching for a shower curtain that’s extra-long, hookless, quick-drying, or any other type of specification, it can still be difficult to find one that meets your preferences. If your interior design style is on the minimalist side, look for neutral hues in different textures, like a heavyweight curtain, waffle weave, or a shiny vinyl shower curtain. Keeping the colors minimal is also a good idea if you’re trying to figure out a solution for a small bathroom or shower stall. Smaller spaces could also benefit from lighter fabrics, like a lightweight linen shower curtain.
If you’d rather your shower curtain act as the focal point of your bathroom, there are some amazing options out there that will certainly draw focus away from weird tiles or dingy bathroom floors. Opt for a more decorative shower curtain option that integrates bright colors and modern designs.
To help guide you in the right direction, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite shower curtain options below.
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West Elm Donna Wilson Balance Shape Shower Curtain
We think this abstract West Elm design from artist and designer Donna Wilson could easily hang in the MoMA (but would look just as nice in your bathroom).
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The Company Store Legends Hotel Springtime Stems Wrinkle-Free Sateen Shower Curtain
To start, here's a botanical curtain from The Company Store that'll bring a breath of fresh air to your washroom. Made of 100% wrinkle-free combed cotton with a sateen finish, this machine washable design features an all-over watercolor florals print that's just the thing to welcome spring and summer.
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Coyuchi Rippled Stripe Organic Shower Curtain
Coyuchi's shower curtain is a superb option to hang on your shower rod if you're looking to bring a bohemian feel to your bathroom’s interior design. Not only is it made of airy 100% organic cotton and woven in India, but the brand's traceable supply chain and ethical production standards insure your purchase is an eco-friendly one too.
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Serena & Lily French Tassel Shower Curtain
This lightweight shower curtain is made of white cotton canvas and lined with bright blue tassels all the way around. This would be a lovely way to complement a bathroom with blue accents.
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Boll & Branch Organic Cotton Waffle Shower Curtain
This waffle weave shower curtain feels substantial and adds texture while still sticking to neutral tones. It’s available in both white and a very light gray, both of which would make a space feel open and airy. Plus, Boll & Branch makes some of the best bath towels we’ve come across, so you can outfit your whole space in one go.
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Karen Fields Tiger in the City Shower Curtain
This eye-catching design is the perfect element to bring a jungle-feel into your space. It comes from Society6 artist Karen Fields, who specializes in bold florals and dreamy landscapes.
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Geometric Watercolor Shower Curtain
This polyester shower curtain from Etsy is fast-drying, and has many five-star reviews, with satisfied buyers agreeing that the highly photogenic curtain is a handsome choice to brighten up your washroom routine.
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Curves by Sean Brown Shower Curtain
We love that Sean Brown's take on an elevated shower curtain (that's waterproof and mildew resistant) includes very cool chair renderings by Miki Dessine.
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Speckled Shower Curtain
See that beautiful drape? That’s what happens when your shower curtain is 100% Turkish cotton and made by the bedding experts at Parachute. The ivory is flecked with black yarn and a subtle herringbone weave.
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Shape Study Shower Curtain
Combine an abstract landscape with an unexpected color palette and you’ve automatically leveled up your bathroom decor. The crisp, colorful choice is 100% polyester fabric and features a 12-buttonhole top. Conveniently, it’s machine washable (as are all of Society6’s shower curtains).
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- 11/29
Calm Seas Teal Shower Curtain
Add a splash to your bathroom with this unique shower curtain featuring original art by Meredith Kenworthy. The mix of blue hues is absolutely idyllic.
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Coral Herringbone Shower Curtain
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Colorful Cotton Shower Curtain
Neutrals meet bright hues in this perfectly balanced natural-cotton shower curtain. It’ll look stunning around a claw-foot tub or alongside a shower. The fabric is 100% handwoven Ethiopian cotton.
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Brooklinen Shower Curtain Set
Brooklinen is one of our go-to brands for bedsheets, and as it so happens, they also make lovely, high-quality shower curtains. This set has everything you need: the curtain, of course, plus a waterproof PEVA curtain liner (that’s mold- and mildew-resistant) and 12 shower hooks. The shower curtain is available in several fun patterns (black dash, black window pane, and Oxford stripe are pictured above).
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Waterfall Shower Curtain
This fringed pick is sweet, simple, and about as fuss-free as a ruffle can get. It drapes elegantly, is machine washable, and is available in a handful of colors (including black, red, orange, and silver). Pair it with crystal shower curtain hooks, if you want to turn up the glam.
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West Lake Blue White Vertical Stripe Shower Curtain
This water-resistant shower curtain features vertical stripes and comes in four different colorways so that you can match it to your taste. The bright blue adds a bright pop of color while maintaining a subdued nautical feel.
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Quiet Town Beacon Atlantic
The colors of this canvas curtain by New York–based brand Quiet Town Home are inspired by earth and sky. It’s hand-sewn with durable denim hemming and features stylistic rounded corners. The top features metal grommets for hanging with hooks on your curtain rod.
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Boho Pom Pom Tassel Shower Curtain
How do you add flair to a solid color curtain? Pom-poms, of course. Seen here in dark linen, the cotton-blend curtain is also available in light gray and off-white. (The pom-poms are removable, so you can throw the curtain itself into the wash.)
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Peri Home Panama Shower Curtain
Stripes and tassles? Yes, please. This Amazon find has racked up more than 250 glowing reviews, like this one: “I love the look, the tassels, and the length. The tassels allowed me to hang the curtains higher. The color is exactly what I expected. These curtains brighten up my bathroom.” Turns out we’re not the only ones who appreciate a great shower curtain!
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Water Repellant Spa Waffle Shower Curtain
If you prefer a more classic shower curtain, we highly recommend this water-resistant, thickly striped affair from Target. Shop the shower curtain in taupe, aqua, and gray (pictured).
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Within the Tides Crashing Waves Ombre Bathroom Shower Curtain
Here’s another shower curtain inspired by the colors of the sea, but this one’s a little more subtle and a little less beachy.
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Marimekko Pienet Kivet Shower Curtain
You can’t go wrong with a classic Marimekko design like this black-and-white shower curtain. If you’re looking for something not-too-bold to add zest to your morning shower, you’ve found it.
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Hypnotic Shower Curtain
Meet designer Justina Blakeney’s take on the classic Greek key pattern. We love the pops of red, orange, and pink shining through the otherwise neutral color palette.
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Kasura Stripe Watercolor Shower Curtain
Turn your bathroom into a spa-like sanctuary with this calming, watercolor fabric shower curtain with thick, flowing stripes. The fabric is 200-thread-count 100% cotton percale that you throw in the washing machine and then tumble dry on low.
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Ernestine Organic Cotton Shower Curtain
Not only is this adorable shower curtain machine-washable, it features watercolor-like paintings that sit on the backdrop of a cream-colored curtain. The paintings of women give it an artistic element, while the colors still make for a palette that can be seamlessly integrated into any style of bathroom.
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Tititex Green Eucalyptus Shower Curtain
If your bathroom doesn’t quite have room for a collection of eucalyptus plants, you can still integrate them into your design with this fresh floral shower curtain. Though you can still pair it with a liner, the curtain itself is completely waterproof so that you don’t have to worry about mildew.
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Henri Matisse The Pink Studio Shower Curtain by Jon Baran
Another vibrant Society6 curtain, art history buffs and museum dwellers will appreciate this design, which pays homage to Henri Matisse's 1911 oil painting, The Pink Studio.
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No Hook Slub Textured Shower Curtain with Snap-in PEVA Liner Set
Hookless shower curtains are simple options you can weave right over the shower curtain rod. This option features crisp white background and a wide horizontal stripe at the top that is transparent. The coolest part is that it comes with replaceable snap-in polyethylene vinyl acetate liner that you can change out.
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Crate and Barrel Merrow Stitch Black & White Shower Curtain
This shower curtain is made with a woven organic cotton fabric that looks both soft and fresh. It’s lined with black stitching that adds a unique texture and design element without feeling overwhelming.
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