Synonyms of drapery

drapery

noun

ˈdrā-p(ə-)rē 

as in curtains

pieces of cloth hung to darken, decorate, or divide a room

the drapery for the picture window matched the color of the furniture in the center of the room

Synonyms & Similar Words

• curtains
• drapes
• shade
• tapestry
• window shade
• hanging(s)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of drapery

Though Taylor usually sticks to streetwear from her designer pal, Stella’s simple, sexy drapery would be a modern yet romantic move for Miss Americana — if not for the gown, then at least the second, third or thirteenth look! — Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Paparazzi are posted up outside MSG snapping photos of workers ripping up carpets and delivering drapery. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 1 July 2026

Floor-to-ceiling shelving can turn a blank wall into valuable storage, tall drapery panels can make even the most modest historic structure feel expansive, and oversized artwork can help the eye travel through a room in a way that feels immersive and intentional. — Alyssa Longobucco, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026

Replace Heavy Curtains With Sheer Window Treatments Windows are your home's greatest source of natural light, but bulky drapery can block it. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 16 June 2026