Metropolitan Window Fashions
Specialty: Home Renovation
Tell us about Metropolitan Window Fashions and what makes it unique.
We’re a third-generation, family-run business offering free in-home decorating for custom draperies, motorized shades, Hunter Douglas blinds and shutters. Most window-covering companies are either big-box retailers that subcontract work or tiny mom-and-pop shops. We’re a rare hybrid—still family-owned, with 20 skilled pros on payroll—making us NJ’s largest independent custom window-covering retailer. Our mission is simple: Do the right thing—for customers, staff, and the community.
What other services do you offer beyond window coverings?
Custom reupholstery is a big part of our business. We strip your furniture to the frame, rebuild it with new foam, and upholster it in the fabric of your choice. It’s a smart way to refresh quality or heirloom pieces. We also carry high-end wallpapers from Europe—far beyond what you’ll find at paint stores. If you love design, you’ll love exploring our curated wallpaper collections.
What does it mean to be leading a 90-year-old business?
It’s an honor. I had strong ties with my grandfather and worked with my dad for nine years. There’s a lot of pride—and pressure—in keeping it going, but I’m inspired daily by the team that recruited me to leave NYC and join the family business.
What trends are families asking for today?
Motorized shades now account for 40 percent of our sales. They can be operated by remote, app, or voice—and even scheduled to open in your kids’ rooms each morning. Dual shades are great for letting in light while preserving privacy. Insulated shades and draperies can cut energy bills by 15 percent, and many qualify for a $1,200 federal tax credit. These features add convenience and sustainability to your home.
How do you give back?
We quietly support local organizations and offer $250 gift certificates for community fundraisers. Giving back is part of who we are and always has been. What’s next for you? We’re always growing. With five locations now, we plan to expand. We’ve got 10 years until 100, and we’re just getting started.
Metropolitan Window Fashions
877-722-1100
Green Brook / Paramus / Livingston / Lebanon / Branchville / Sparta
