Does the carpet match the drapes?

An annoying, rather bothersome question. It is suggested to return as described:

"Does the carpet match the drapes?"
"There's no carpet, it's just hardwood."

by ahelpfulstranger May 15, 2016

Does the carpet match the drapes?

Is the pubic hair (carpet) of the person being addressed the same color as the hair on his or her head (the drapes)? Typically asked of redheads, reflecting curiosity whether the hair color is artificial/enhanced or curiosity about natural variability in the hair color.

One of the most tiresome questions we gingers get is "Does the carpet match the drapes?"

by otterberry September 30, 2011

Does the carpet match the drapes?

A Secret Code to find a hostage mole

Sam: Does the carpet match the drapes?

Mob guard: I don't know. I set fire to the drapes. I love to watch things burn.

Max: Hey, me too!

Sam: Sorry I asked.

by PrinceDeven78 June 16, 2022