These curtains are great for blocking out the light.  I'm not sure I'm a big fan of the texture but they look good.  I wish I would have ironed the curtains before I hung them as the wrinkles aren't coming out on their own.  The one thing I really wish the manufacturer would have done differently is that they should have included a couple of tie back strips with each set so I'd have matching tie backs.  I do think they are well worth the money though as I bought them to block out the light and they definitely do the job.