I was looking for Ivory bedroom curtains and had read reviews here saying these curtains weren't exactly "blackout" but worked pretty well at night. Since I already had blinds I decided to give them a try, and I couldn't be happier. I love the soft drape of the fabric and the bronze grommets that slide easily on my curtain rods. At night, combined with the blinds, they do a great job of blocking out the harsh light I sometimes get from neighbors in my big-city apt building. By day, they are soft and luminous. Haven't washed them yet, so I can't comment on how well they launder, but so far they're fabulous!