I ordered these curtains to replace another pair which were too "busy" for the room. The color of the pattern is true to the description photos. In addition, the pattern has some soft shading which enhances the paisley. Blackout quality is not total but I did not need them to be for my dining room. I found the fabric a little "polyester" to touch, as another reviewer did but I it is not obvious when they are hanging. Will order more for a bedroom.