Pirouette® Window Shadings offer a unique take on light control—soft horizontal fabric vanes attached to a single sheer backing. When open, the vanes appear to float against the sheer, filtering light beautifully. When closed, they create a continuous soft fabric surface. It's the elegance of soft drapery with the precision of modern shadings.
Pirouette® shadings feature soft fabric vanes that attach to a single layer of sheer fabric. Unlike Silhouette® shadings which suspend vanes between two sheers, Pirouette®'s single-sheer construction creates a lighter, more contemporary appearance. The vanes seem to float, catching light and creating soft shadows.
The operating mechanism is elegantly simple. Raise the shade and it disappears into the headrail. Lower it and the vanes automatically open for filtered light. Tilt further to close vanes for privacy and enhanced light control. No complicated procedures—just intuitive operation that feels natural.
Pirouette® offers three distinct light modes. Raised completely, your window is unobstructed—full view and full light. Lowered with vanes open, the sheer backing filters harsh sunlight while fabric vanes add dimension and soft shadows. Lowered with vanes closed, you have privacy and significant light reduction.
The 4-inch vanes are larger than most shadings, creating a bolder, more contemporary statement. When closed, they overlap to form a nearly continuous fabric surface—more like a soft roman shade than traditional blinds. This versatility makes Pirouette® work in living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms.
Pirouette® fabrics range from light-filtering to room-darkening in a palette of contemporary colors and textures. The Satin finish offers subtle sheen and soft drape. The Linen finish provides textured elegance with natural character. Room-darkening options add an opaque backing for bedrooms and media rooms.
The sheer backing fabric coordinates with vane colors for a unified look. You can also select from multiple sheer options—from soft white to subtle gray—to fine-tune how light filters through. Our designers help you choose combinations that complement your décor and achieve your light control goals.
Both Pirouette® and Silhouette® are Hunter Douglas "window shadings" with fabric vanes, but they differ significantly. Silhouette® suspends vanes between two sheer fabric layers—front and back. Pirouette® attaches vanes to a single sheer backing. The result is different aesthetics and different light control characteristics.
Silhouette® creates a softer, more ethereal effect with its double-sheer construction—light filters through both front and back. Pirouette® has a more substantial, contemporary appearance with vanes that read as distinct fabric elements. Neither is better; they simply suit different tastes and applications.
Fabric vanes appear to float, creating an ethereal, elegant appearance.
Rotate vanes from sheer filtering to complete privacy. Full range of options.
No exposed cords, no visible lift holes.
Satin and linen finishes in contemporary colors. Room-darkening options available.
Larger vanes create a substantial, modern architectural statement.
PowerView® motorization for app and voice control. Effortless operation.
Visit our Ottawa showrooms to see Pirouette® shadings and compare with Silhouette® and other options. Touch the fabrics, operate the shades, and find your perfect window treatment.
Call (613) 714-4906