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The Best Shower Curtain Hooks Are Jewelry for Your Bathroom

It’s time to complement your curtains
Bathroom with green tile on half the wall and black tiles floors.
The guest bath’s green tile, sink, tub, and fittings are original to the historic upstate New York estate AD100 designer Sheila Bridges thoughtfully updated.Photo: Frank Frances; Styling: Mieke ten Have

No detail is too small for the design-minded, not even a home’s hardware. Hinges, doorknobs, and even shower curtain hooks can take a space from good enough to intentionally finished. Consider shower curtain hooks as the jewelry of your bathroom. As with hardware and decor (like the perfect soap dish), the best hooks give that finishing touch to your space. Of course, there is little variation in the appearance of shower curtain hooks, but the best ones still complement, not detract from, your shower curtain.

Whether you prefer rounded or angular, dual hooks or single rings, the best shower curtain hooks are a sight for sore eyes, offering a better alternative to plastic that snaps and to cheap alternatives that can’t hold the weight of your heavy-duty drapery. Shop our standout picks below, from a triangular brass accent to matte black hooks.

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A Sleek Ring
Goowin Shower Curtain Rings (Set of 12)
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For the Minimalist
IKEA RUDSJÖN Shower Curtain Rings (Set of 12)
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A Sturdy Set
Crate & Barrel Shower Curtain Roller Rings (Set of 12)
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A Sleek Ring

Goowin Shower Curtain Rings (Set of 12)

Simple and effective, these polished nickel rings are an easy way to coordinate with your bathroom fixtures for a cohesive look. Durable and rust-resistant, closed rings ensure no shower curtain is falling down or slipping off mid-shampoo.

For the Minimalist

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IKEA RUDSJÖN Shower Curtain Rings (Set of 12)

We love these IKEA rings for their wide hook, accommodating nearly every size shower curtain rod. Plus, the narrow second hook ensures your shower curtain (and liner) stay put.

A Sturdy Set

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Crate & Barrel Shower Curtain Roller Rings (Set of 12)

This option curves inward, leaving less of a gap between the curtain liner and the inside of your shower, helping to prevent splashes and sprays. Atop the hook, stainless-steel balls help the curtain slide smoothly, not catching on the rod as you enter or exit.

An Angular Option

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Utopia Alley Shower Curtain Hooks (Set of 12)

For a statement, these hexagonal curtain rings are a more eye-catching way to hang your shower curtain. These are available in five shades, although we’re partial to the bronze for its antique look.

Most Midcentury

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West Elm Modern Shower Curtain Rings (Set of 12)

A wide, matte black knob acts as both a counterweight and a stopper to prevent your shower curtain from sliding out the other side of the hook. The classic S-shape is tried and true, a timeless bathroom accent.

A Gilded Detail

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AmazerBath Shower Curtain Hooks (Set of 12)

For those who prefer to keep their curtain hooked separately from their liner, opt for a shower curtain hook with two sections. These ones from Amazon are a great choice with ball bearings on top for a seamless glide.

For the Modernist

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Quiet Town Venice Hook Stainless (Set of 12)

The abstract triangular shape of these shower curtain hooks keeps your drapery in place while shining as a more statement design detail. They are a bit larger than standard hooks, so keep that in mind when measuring for your shower curtain.