Roman shade

American  

noun

1. a window shade that, when raised, is drawn up into a series of concertina folds.

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Example Sentences

“For practicality, in kitchens and bathrooms, and on either side of a bed,” he said, “I’ll typically do a Roman shade” — which is raised and lowered vertically — because countertops and night stands can get in the way.

From Seattle Times

Then she pulled on a smile like a roman shade rolling up, motioned at me, and then mouthed the words “You’re on.”

From Literature

To make a room darker, try a blackout roller or Roman shade.

From Seattle Times

Soria just finished his parents’ kitchen remodel and added a patterned Roman shade.

From Washington Post

The Shade Store, one of the large companies there, introduced its latest Roman shade and drapery collaboration with designer Nate Berkus.

From Los Angeles Times