Help! I need to pick out a color for curtains in my new living room!

So, I moved into my apartment about a month ago - and there is still SO MUCH work to do. Coming up on the list is to make new curtain panels for the patio doors in my living room. My inclination is to go with white and airy - because that is probably my favorite look. However, I also feel like maybe I should explore some other possibilities. Since I know many of you are super creative and

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via BHGThese striped curtains add a tailored look to the natural blinds via Apartment TherapyThis office belongs to Jen Ramos of Made By Girlvia Adore HomeLove the chair and the pendants... via Casa Diezvia Elle Decorvia Covet Garden