The leather gets the attention. But it's the fixing that ties everything together.
When you order a handmade leather curtain tie-back from Blue & Bell Home, you choose your fixing: brass, silver/nickel, black, or antique. It's a small decision that makes a big difference — the wrong finish can feel jarring, while the right one makes the whole room feel considered.
Here's how to choose.
Brass
Warm, rich, and timeless. Brass works beautifully with natural and earthy interiors — linen curtains, wooden furniture, terracotta tones, and anything with an organic or Scandi feel. It also suits more traditional schemes, particularly alongside warm whites, deep greens, and navy.
If your existing hardware (door handles, light fittings, taps) leans warm or gold-toned, brass is almost always the right call.
Silver / Nickel
Cool, clean, and contemporary. Nickel suits modern interiors with grey, white, or blue palettes — think Shaker kitchens, minimalist bedrooms, and spaces where the aesthetic is pared back and precise. It pairs well with chrome and brushed steel hardware.
If your home has a cooler, more industrial or Scandinavian feel, nickel will sit naturally.
Black
Graphic and deliberate. Black fixings make a statement — they work particularly well with dark or monochrome interiors, or as a contrast detail in a lighter room. If you have black window frames, black ironmongery, or a generally bold aesthetic, black is the cohesive choice.
It's also the most forgiving finish in terms of wear — it ages cleanly and doesn't show tarnish.
Antique
Aged, characterful, and warm without being bright. Antique fixings suit rustic, maximalist, or heritage interiors — think exposed beams, vintage furniture, rich jewel tones, and layered textiles. They have a softness that brass doesn't, and a warmth that nickel lacks.
If your home has a collected, lived-in feel rather than a curated one, antique is often the most natural fit.
The Golden Rule: Match Your Hardware
The simplest way to choose is to look at the metal already in the room — door handles, curtain poles, light switches, picture hooks. Your tie-back fixing should match or complement those finishes. Mixing metals can work, but it's a deliberate design choice rather than a default.
If you're genuinely unsure, brass is the most versatile option and tends to work across the widest range of interiors.
Ready to Order?
Browse the full leather curtain tie-backs collection — available in a wide range of colours and lengths, each with your choice of fixing.
Need hooks too? Our antique brass curtain tie-back hooks are sold as a pair and designed to work perfectly with our leather tie-backs.
Not sure what length to order? Read our step-by-step measuring guide before you buy.