Local Shades & Blinds
Silhouette Shades
If you’re looking to filter light, protect your interiors, and add a luxurious glow to your space, Sheer Layered Shades (Silhouette-Style) are the perfect solution. These innovative shades combine the softness of fabric with the functionality of blinds—allowing you to tilt fabric vanes between sheer layers to control privacy, glare, and sunlight beautifully. At Local Shades and Blinds, we offer high-quality sheer layered shades from trusted names like Alta, Norman, and Lutron—custom-tailored to your home’s exact windows. Whether you’ve heard them referred to as “Silhouette shades” or you’re discovering them for the first time, these elegant treatments deliver timeless style with cutting-edge technology.
What Are Sheer Layered Shades?
Sheer layered shades are made of two layers of sheer fabric with soft fabric vanes suspended in between. The vanes can be tilted open to diffuse light and preserve your view—or closed for enhanced privacy and UV protection. When raised, the shade disappears into a sleek headrail for a completely unobstructed view. This innovative design offers the light control of horizontal blinds, the softness of drapery, and the modern feel of luxury roller shades, all in one.
Why Customers Love Sheer Layered Shades?
Sheer layered shades are a favorite among homeowners because they strike the perfect balance between beauty and function. Their design gently diffuses sunlight, filling a room with soft, natural light without blocking it completely, while still preserving your outdoor view. When additional privacy is needed, the vanes can be tilted closed to create a subtle visual barrier that feels elegant rather than heavy. Available in dozens of luxurious fabrics and colors, these shades can be customized to complement any design style, from modern to transitional.
For convenience and peace of mind, sheer layered shades are offered in cordless configurations that are safe for children and pets, as well as motorized versions that integrate seamlessly with smart home systems for hands-free control. Beyond their style and ease of use, they also provide valuable UV protection, helping to preserve your furniture, floors, and artwork from fading. Ideal for those who love the look of sheer curtains but want more flexibility in light and privacy control, sheer layered shades bring a refined, designer touch to any room.
Notable Features
Sheer layered shades are designed with adjustable fabric vanes that can be tilted open to gently filter light while maintaining your view, or tilted closed to soften glare and block it entirely. The operation is smooth and whisper-quiet, adding to their sense of refinement. Available in both 2-inch and 3-inch vane sizes, you can choose the proportion that best suits your aesthetic, whether you prefer a subtle look or a bolder statement.
Our collection also includes a wide range of premium fabric options, from crisp white sheers and soft ivory tones to smoky neutrals that complement contemporary interiors. Vaned fabrics are offered in elegant silks, relaxed linens, and richly textured weaves, with the option to elevate the look further using patterns or metallic finishes. For rooms where privacy is a priority, room-darkening fabrics provide an ideal solution. To complete the design, the fabric color can be coordinated with cassettes and bottom rails, creating a polished, cohesive finish across every detail.
Ideal Rooms for Sheer Layered Shades
Sheer layered shades are versatile enough to enhance nearly every room in the home. In living rooms, they soften harsh sunlight while preserving your view, and in dining rooms they create an upscale atmosphere with a warm, gentle glow. Bedrooms benefit from room-darkening fabrics that add privacy and help create a restful environment, while home offices take advantage of reduced glare without losing valuable daylight. Sunrooms are another ideal setting, as these shades protect against harmful UV rays while still allowing filtered light to fill the space. Even media rooms benefit from their design—closing the vanes provides excellent light control during screen time. These shades are especially popular in homes with scenic views, open floor plans, or tall windows where natural light plays an important role in the overall design.
Motorized Options & Smart Controls
Enhance your lifestyle with motorized sheer layered shades powered by advanced systems from Lutron, Norman, or Alta. These shades can be controlled in a variety of convenient ways, whether through a handheld remote, your smartphone or tablet, or simple voice commands via Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri. For even greater ease, you can program automated schedules so your shades rise with the morning sun and close at night, or create custom scenes like “movie night,” “bedtime,” or “privacy mode” with a single command. Motorization isn’t just about luxury—it’s a practical way to manage natural light, improve energy efficiency, and streamline your daily routines.
Cordless & Child-Safe Systems
All of our Silhouette-style shades are available with cordless lift and tilt systems, combining safety, durability, and sleek design. The absence of cords creates a clean, minimalist appearance that enhances the overall look of your windows while ensuring safer operation in homes with children and pets. Fewer moving parts also mean enhanced durability and smoother performance over time. Every option we provide complies with the latest safety regulations for residential use, so you can feel confident that your shades are both stylish and secure. During your free in-home consultation, we’ll guide you through the available lift systems and help you choose the one that best suits your space and lifestyle.
Custom Fit for Your Windows
At Local Shades and Blinds, every shade is custom-crafted to achieve a flawless, precise fit. We carefully measure each window—even those that appear identical—to ensure your shades operate smoothly, hang evenly, mount securely, and look perfectly aligned and symmetrical. To further tailor the design, you can choose between inside or outside mounts, color-matched cassettes that blend seamlessly with your fabric, and optional side panels that enhance blackout performance or create a layered, designer look. The result is a window treatment that feels intentional, polished, and perfectly suited to your home.
Easy Maintenance
Sheer layered shades are designed for effortless upkeep, making them as practical as they are beautiful. For everyday care, a simple pass with a feather duster or a vacuum fitted with a brush attachment is enough to keep them fresh. If needed, they can also be spot-cleaned with mild soap and water, ensuring stains or marks don’t detract from their elegant look. The high-quality fabrics are engineered to resist fading, fraying, and wrinkling, maintaining their appearance over time. In addition, their built-in UV-blocking capabilities not only protect the shades themselves but also help extend the life of your furniture, flooring, and décor by shielding your interiors from harmful rays.
Installed by Professionals, Backed by Warranty
At Local Shades and Blinds, we handle every detail of your project—from precise measurements to expert installation—using our own in-house team rather than subcontractors. This ensures your new shades fit perfectly, operate smoothly, and provide the flawless finish your home deserves. To give you even more peace of mind, all of our products are backed by manufacturer warranties and supported by our local team, so you always have experts you can rely on if any issues arise. We partner exclusively with trusted brands like Alta, Norman, and Lutron, many of which offer limited lifetime warranties on key components, guaranteeing long-term performance and protection for your investment.