This valance is PERFECT for an over the sink kitchen window. It comes down 3/4 of the way of the top window. Not all the way to the window latch. This is ideal, because you can still see outside and allow plenty of sunlight in for windowsill gardening.  The valance is a lovely light material with a good weight to it. It is red with a cream colored background. On the back the bottom hem is still toile and the ruffle at the top is still toile on the back as well while the body of the back is cream colored. This item looks fantastic inside your house as well as outside looking in.  The hubby is now a toile fan. I LOVE IT!