close up of person cliping white curtains to rod - Fotoduets/Getty Images In addition to their functional purposes of blocking light and providing privacy, curtains have a huge influence on the ...

Pleated cafe curtains on brass rods and rings. - Gerenme/Getty Images Like most designers and homeowners out there, you've probably succumbed to the quaint charms of the French-style cafe curtains.

Grommet curtains are a fan favorite. They are simple, easy to hang, and get the job done. But let's be real: sometimes they look more like "college dorm" than "elegant living room." If you want your ...