beaded curtain

Definition

A decorative window or doorway covering made of strings of beads or wooden beads hanging vertically from a rod, often in a grid pattern. Popular as a retro design element and room divider, particularly associated with 1960s-70s bohemian aesthetics.

Example Usage

The vintage shop had beaded curtains hanging in the doorway, creating a groovy seventies vibe.

Origin

Emerged as a hippie and bohemian decor trend during the 1960s counterculture movement.

Fun Fact

Beaded curtains experienced a major revival in the 1990s and 2000s as retro nostalgia became fashionable again.

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