These curtains allow every bit of light in that a window can offer. My windows look larger and make my bedroom light and airy. The embroidery leafy/branch designs are unique. The stitching of the leaves are noticeably different. The look eliminates a repeated boring pattern, which appears expensive. Some stitching on a curtain or two, was off at the seams. It isn't noticeable or doesn't appear damaged. You can over look it because you can't see the difference. Two curtains per standard size window is enough even though one curtain covers the window. Two looks nice hanging or pulled back. I purchased 4 for my two windows. Money well spent!  I'm keeping them up year round.