The curtains are a little more sheer than what they look like in the photo, but they are still very pretty and look great in my living room. Even though they are sheer, they still offer privacy when closed. I ordered Black Pearl and Dove Gray because I wasn't sure which would match best. The Dove Gray has more of a tan/brown undertone, so I went with the Black Pearl. I was even more pleased when I realized it was a pair of panels versus just one panel -- better for my budget!