Best Overall
Pottery Barn Emery Linen Pinch Pleat Curtain
- Its pinch pleat design will lend a tailored, custom look to your space without the custom price tag.
Its pinch pleat design will lend a tailored, custom look to your space without the custom price tag.
- The curtains are dry clean only.
The curtains are dry clean only.
Our best overall pick is the Pottery Barn Emery Linen Pinch Pleat Curtains. The best-selling panels sport 12 tidy, pinch pleats along the top and a blind-stitched hem for a look that appears at home in understated and elegant interiors.
Whether shopping for the curtains for your sun-drenched family room or newborn’s nursery, lighting is everything, and the Emery curtain panel provides you with plenty of options. The tailored panels are available in your choice of a light-filtering or blackout lining, which allows you to soak up the sun or stop it in its tracks to suit your needs.
This curtain panel is sold individually and comes in four sizes ranging from 84 to 124 inches long. Each curtain features 14 hanging slots for pin hooks on the reverse of the panel, and each Emery comes with 15 pin hooks.
Pottery Barn offers the natural yarn-dyed linen-cotton curtain panel in seven fail proof colors for your space. Opt for the classic white or ivory hue to add airiness or contrast to your moody walls. Oatmeal and flagstone are winning options for warming up your space, and a moody midnight blue is a solid selection for bringing intimacy into an otherwise expansive room.
The only downside to this pick is that they are dry clean only. However, because they offer a custom look and multiple color options, they are our top pick for the best curtains.
Product Details: Dimensions: 84 x 50, 96 x 50, 108 x 50, or 124 x 50 inches | Material: Linen and cotton | Numbers of Panels: One
- BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / ERIC BROCKOB
BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / ERIC BROCKOB
Key Terms to Know
- Blackout Curtains: Blackout curtains are curtains specifically designed to cover your windows and block out any light. They're typically made of heavier materials and may not be as decorative as some other styles.
Best Budget
RYB Home Velvet Curtains
- With these curtains, you can add a pop of color to your room without pulling out your paint supplies.
With these curtains, you can add a pop of color to your room without pulling out your paint supplies.
- The blackout panels may leave your living room feeling a bit too dark during the day.
The blackout panels may leave your living room feeling a bit too dark during the day.
Leave all intimidation at the door because there’s no need to overspend to bring high-end style into your home, thanks to these wallet-friendly curtains. The RYB Home Velvet Curtains are the best curtains for dressing your windows on a dime.
Each two-panel set is forged from buttery velvet fabric and backed with an opaque blackout lining that lends the curtains a heavy, luxurious appeal.
Better still, these budget-friendly velvet curtains come in 19 standout hues to embolden or elevate your space. Some of our favorite velvet colors to consider for your bedroom or formal dining room include inky navy blue, blush, hunter green, marigold, moss, rust, ruby, and peacock green.
Product Details: Dimensions: 84 x 52, 90 x 52, 96 x 52, 108 x 52, 120 x 52 inches | Material: Velvet | Numbers of Panels: Two
- BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / ERIC BROCKOB
BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / ERIC BROCKOB
Best Blackout
Amazon Basics Room Darkening Blackout Curtains
- This is the best option to minimize outdoor noise and block natural light on even the sunniest afternoons.
This is the best option to minimize outdoor noise and block natural light on even the sunniest afternoons.
- The selections are mostly limited to neutral colors and patterns.
The selections are mostly limited to neutral colors and patterns.
Budget-friendly, beautiful, and blocks sunlight and chatty next-door neighbor from ruining your toddler’s afternoon snooze? The Amazon Basics Darkening Blackout Window Curtains check all our boxes and reign supreme as the best blackout curtains on our list.
Each two-curtain set is crafted from polyester and promises 100% blockage of harmful UV rays and natural light for your room. The hardworking curtains work overtime to reduce outside noise when pulled too.
The curtains also provide energy-saving insulation for your rooms throughout the year, blocking your heat from escaping out the window during the winter months and locking precious AC indoors during the height of summer.
The sun-blocking curtain panels feature a texture-rich triple weave fabric on the front, available in up to 18 unique hues, including inky black, beige, and sky blue. A substantial blackout coating lines the reserve to keep light, noise, and energy disruption at bay. Each panel is machine washable, too, so you won’t see your dry-cleaning bill skyrocket anytime soon.
While some other curtains are hung from drapery rings or with hidden tabs, no drapery rings are required to install this chic curtain set. Each panel slides onto your existing curtain rod via rod pockets and comes with two Velcro tiebacks to pull the panels back during the day.
Product Details: Dimensions: 84 x 42, 52 x 63, 84 x 52, or 96 x 52 inches | Material: Polyester | Numbers of Panels: Two
- BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / ERIC BROCKOB
BETTER HOMES and GARDENS / ERIC BROCKOB
Best Splurge
Loom Decor Ripplefold Drapery
- This is the best pick if you want to invest in custom, high-end window treatments that will last for years.
This is the best pick if you want to invest in custom, high-end window treatments that will last for years.
- The Ripplefold drapes require a Ripplefold Track, sold separately, for installation.
The Ripplefold drapes require a Ripplefold Track, sold separately, for installation.
Ready to invest in luxury custom window treatments for your home? The splurge-worthy Loom Décor Ripplefold Drapery Collection is right for the job. The streamlined Ripplefold curtains are made-to-order with 100% fullness and customized with your selections from start to finish.
You design your curtains by choosing from 253 solid and patterned linen, Sunbrella canvas, and velvet fabrics to serve your space. From there, you can select a custom trim, note the direction of your panel(s), and pick unlined, privacy, or blackout lining.
The Ripplefold curtain panels are tailored to your space, coming in custom widths of 12 to 250 inches and lengths from 60 to 176 inches. Loom Décor even includes fractions in your curtain size measurements to ensure an ideal fit for your windows.
Each curtain is hand-crafted in the United States to impress designers and architects with details, including weighted corners, invisible hems, and top-grade lining for unparalleled draping.
Each panel is sold individually and requires a ceiling or wall-mounted Ripplefold Track (sold separately) for installation. The luxury curtain and gliding drapery track are investment pieces.
With that said, the quality and custom nature of these splurge curtains make them a sound option if you are aiming for a professional interior designer appeal in your space or if you plan to remain in your current home for many years to come.
Product Details: Dimensions: Custom | Material: Sunbrella, linen, velvet, sateen | Numbers of Panels: One
Best Sheer
Cannon Polyester Sheer Curtain Pair
- You can throw them in the washing machine for periodic cleaning.
You can throw them in the washing machine for periodic cleaning.
- You need to pair them with heavier curtains to provide privacy after dark.
You need to pair them with heavier curtains to provide privacy after dark.
Sheers welcome natural sunlight into a design and add a soft, ethereal quality to your room. The Cannon Polyester Sheer Curtain Panel earns our applause for its dimensional weave and color options. Each Cannon panel is made with slab yarn at a vertical angle which yields a distinctive, elevated pattern to the feather-light fabric.
The breezy curtains come in a two-panel set, allowing you to dress one window using a single pair. This top-rated design is available in two lengths that cater to 8- and 10-foot ceilings.
Shop the crisp and classic white Cannon sheers for a timeless appeal in your space or play with a wash of color. Try the golden ivory sheers to bring warmth to your design or shroud your window in the gray finish for silvery, sophisticated results.
Product Details: Dimensions: 50 x 84 inches or 50 x 96 inches | Material: Polyester | Numbers of Panels: Two
Best Long
Ikea Ritva Curtains
- They provide unparalleled length and quality at a budget-friendly price.
They provide unparalleled length and quality at a budget-friendly price.
- The 118-inch length will be too long for standard 8-foot ceilings.
The 118-inch length will be too long for standard 8-foot ceilings.
The IKEA Ritva Curtains are the best choice for framing your views in spaces with soaring ceilings and ample sunlight. The lengthy curtain panels are forged from 100% breathable cotton and feature a linen-like texture that reads far more expensive than the price tag reflects.
These panels will wash your room in a dreamy, diffused light while providing complete privacy from the outside world when pulled closed. Install the curtains via integrated rod tabs on the back of the panels, or use the Riktig curtain hooks to create a designer-worthy pleated finish.
These curtains are sold as a set of two and come with coordinating tie backs that lend the drapes a polished look. Available in either a neutral white or gray, there is an option to match a variety of styles and aesthetics. The pair comes in three sizes with lengths ranging from 65 to an impressive 118 inches, or nearly 10 feet.
Install the 118-inch curtains to accentuate your grand 10- or 12-foot ceilings.
Product Details: Dimensions: 57 x 65, 57 x 98, or 57 x 118 inches | Material: 100% cotton | Numbers of Panels: Two
Best Outdoor
Exclusive Home Cabana Solid Indoor/Outdoor Curtain Panel Pair
- The durable polyester curtains are approved for indoor and outdoor use.
The durable polyester curtains are approved for indoor and outdoor use.
- The hook-and-loop tab top is casual and may look out of place in more traditional outdoor spaces.
The hook-and-loop tab top is casual and may look out of place in more traditional outdoor spaces.
The best outdoor curtains are the Exclusive Home Cabana Indoor/Outdoor Hook-and-Loop Curtains. The two-panel set earns our pick as the best for your porch, patio, or gazebo because of its enduring, high-quality design.
The weather-resistant polyester curtains feel weighty and substantial, making these outdoor curtains appear far more expensive than they are. Each canvas-inspired curtain panel offers a light-filtering finish that blocks UV rays, creating a shady oasis ideal for finding reprieve from sweltering temps on a steamy summer afternoon.
The panels attach to curtain rods via Velcro hook-and-loop tab tops along the top. The top-rated curtains come in 10 fresh colors, including vibrant tones like teal, sundress, seafoam, and mecca orange to pack panache and privacy into your outdoor rooms.
You can also match your outdoor curtains to your exterior shutter and doors. Choose from neutral tones like navy, charcoal, winter white, or taupe to achieve a refined, cohesive look steeped with curb appeal.
Be sure to measure your space before investing in outdoor curtains. Puddled drapes add drama to interior spaces, but when outdoor curtains are too long will collect rainwater, dirt, and more. These winning curtains come in seven lengths to provide a tailored fit for compact balconies and soaring covered porches.
Product Details: Dimensions: 84 x 54, 96 x 54, 108 x 54, or 120 x 52 inches | Material: Polyester | Numbers of Panels: Two
Best Custom
Wovn Custom Pleat Drapes
- You can customize your curtains to your exact specifications for your space.
You can customize your curtains to your exact specifications for your space.
- Wovn Home curtains are made-to-order and typically take four weeks to ship from the time of purchase.
Wovn Home curtains are made-to-order and typically take four weeks to ship from the time of purchase.
Give your windows the custom VIP treatment with a set of the Wovn Home Custom Pleat Drapes. The contemporary bespoke curtains draw inspiration from elegant Euro pleat drapes, framing windows with sumptuous volume and tailored lines. If Euro pleats aren’t your style, you can also choose from a triple pinch pleat or a flat top for a more classic look.
After you select your style, you are prompted to select your fabric. You can choose from 36 stunning solid colors including bright white, coral, or celadon. If you prefer a pattern, you can also opt for a textured design, jungle print, striped pattern, and more.
From there, you choose from Wovn's transparent, privacy, or blackout liner to best serve your space. Enter your custom window dimensions or use the thorough Wovn Fit Finder calculator to achieve a seamless look in your design.
With their head-turning hues, range of patterns, and tailormade measurements, the Custom Pleat Drapes are the best way to make a statement in grand rooms and common gathering spaces.
Product Details: Dimensions: Custom | Material: Varies | Numbers of Panels: One
Best with Tiebacks
JUIZHEN Blackout Thermal Curtains
- These curtains are affordable, available in 24 different colors, and they feature integrated tiebacks for seamless draping in seconds.
These curtains are affordable, available in 24 different colors, and they feature integrated tiebacks for seamless draping in seconds.
- Each panel features a rod pocket but they do not come equipped for other hanging options such as hanging loops or ring tops.
Each panel features a rod pocket but they do not come equipped for other hanging options such as hanging loops or ring tops.
If you treasure your privacy but relish the opportunity to take in the views from your window, the Juizhen Blackout Thermal Curtains with tiebacks are the best option for you.
These curtains are sold as a pair and earn a spot on our list because they provide a blanket of privacy, offer thermal insulation, and block UV rays from entering your space.
But the shining jewels of each curtain pair are the integrated tiebacks sewn onto each panel. The tiebacks, crafted from the same velvety fabric, allow you to easily pull back the drapes and welcome the sun into your home throughout the day.The curtains are made of high-quality triple-woven microfiber fabric that is machine washable in cold water. The robust weave ensures each panel blocks sunlight.These curtains come in 24 different colors including neutral tones like olive, ivory, and khaki, or punchy hues like pink, turquoise, and butter yellow. Better still, these tieback curtains are available in 28 sizes ranging from 24 to 96 inches long, ensuring a custom-tailored fit for your windows at a reasonable price.Each panel features a three-inch rod pocket for effortless slide-on installation. However, while we appreciate the simplicity, we do wish these tieback curtains offered alternative hanging styles.Product Details: Dimensions: Custom | Material: Polyester, polyester blend | Number of Panels: Two
Best Thermal
Best Home Fashion Premium Blackout Curtains
- This affordable curtain panel set provides light blockage and offers thermal insulation for your home from hot and cold temperatures.
This affordable curtain panel set provides light blockage and offers thermal insulation for your home from hot and cold temperatures.
- There are several colorways to choose from, but the neutral tones are only available in limited sizes.
There are several colorways to choose from, but the neutral tones are only available in limited sizes.
Whether you’re trying to keep your house cool in the summer or warm in the winter, the Best Home Fashion Premium Blackout Curtains will help maintain comfortable temperatures in your home.
These sleek thermal curtains block out sunlight, muffle outside noise, and, most importantly, reduce energy loss. The soft polyester fabric blocks a significant amount of outdoor light and maintains indoor temperatures to help you save money on your power bill and yield a comfortable environment.These curtains are sold as a set of two and are available in five standard lengths, including an extra-long 120-inch option. To clean the curtains, simply toss them in the washing machine with like colors. The curtains are compatible with a back tab or rod pocket installation, offering you versatile styling opportunities.
Peruse over 50 colors to complete your bedroom, living room, or home office design. Standout hues include neutral hues like biscuit, stone, or olive and dazzling jewel tones like mulberry, indigo, or saffron.
Although we admire the extensive colors available, we wish more universal neutral tones were in stock in the standard lengths.
Product Details: Dimensions: 63 x 52, 72 x 52, 84 x 52, 96 x 52, 108 x 52, or 120 x 52 inches | Material: Polyester | Number of Panels: Two
Best Linen
Quince European Linen Curtain
- These curtains are composed of high-quality, sustainable European flax linen with your choice of cotton or blackout lining.
These curtains are composed of high-quality, sustainable European flax linen with your choice of cotton or blackout lining.
- Linen is a breezy, organic fabric that’s wrinkle-prone and may not look as crisp or tailored as curtains made from heavier fabrics like velvet.
Linen is a breezy, organic fabric that’s wrinkle-prone and may not look as crisp or tailored as curtains made from heavier fabrics like velvet.
Linen curtains cultivate a layered, soft, lived-in look in your space filled to the brim with diffused light. The Quince European Linen Curtain earns our top pick for this category because of its breezy style, and it is made with sustainable 100% European flax linen for premium quality.Each panel is sold individually in your choice of 11 attractive colors, including staple neutrals like white, cream, or flax and attention-grabbing options like storm or sky blue. Select from three standard lengths and customize your curtains with a cotton or blackout lining.
Uncertain which lining will best serve your space? Choose the cotton lining to usher airy light into your living spaces and the blackout lining for an added layer of privacy in your primary suite.Though we appreciate the quality linen and affordable price point for the European Linen Curtains, they may not be suited for those seeking crisp, tailored window treatments as the organic fabric lends itself to wrinkles and texture. Product Details: Dimensions: 84 x 48, 96 x 48, 108 x 48 inches | Material: 100% european linen, cotton | Number of Panels: One
Best for Living Rooms
Pottery Barn Rustic Chenille Curtain
- Each panel offers a luxurious, heavy-weight look synonymous with heavy velvet drapes while allowing natural light to filter into the room.
Each panel offers a luxurious, heavy-weight look synonymous with heavy velvet drapes while allowing natural light to filter into the room.
- These panels are limited to four rich, earth-tone colors and three standard lengths.
These panels are limited to four rich, earth-tone colors and three standard lengths.
The best curtains for living rooms cultivate a rich, inviting coziness within the room while allowing ample sunlight to spill into the space. The Pottery Barn Rustic Chenille Curtain yield a luxe, weighty appearance not dissimilar to velvet drapes while allowing ample light to wash over the space as expected with linen curtains.Each curtain panel is made from a polyester cotton blend and features a light-filtering liner that encourages you to celebrate sunny days. The panels feature blind-stitched hems and a three-in-one header that allows for hanging loops, rings, or curtain rods. Curtain hooks are included with each curtain, but clips and round rings are purchased separately.Each panel is sold individually and is dry clean only. There are three length options ranging from 84 to 108 inches. The velvety chenille fabric appears exceptionally sumptuous in the four available colorways: dark oatmeal, adobe, steel blue, and forest green.The saturated earth-toned colors are ideal for creating a warm backdrop to your living room, but we wish that the curtain had more color options to cater to cool palettes or neutral spaces.
Product Details: Dimensions: 84 x 50, 96 x 50, 108 x 50 | Material: Polyester, cotton | Number of Panels: One