I just got these for my home in Costa Rica where the sun is relentless.  I purchased them in "beige", but in fact, they are a dark beige/yellow.  I purchased a white matlase to hang over them because the color did not work for me.  I kept them though because I like the blackout quality and the fabric is a nice quality as well.  If the color workers for you, the fabric is nice enough that they can be hung alone.  I will buy these again.