Best panels ever!!  You won't be disappointed!  I have a dual purpose for these panels.  First was for stylistic and design reasons. Second, to darken the room and provide privacy when needed.  As you can see from the photo's provided, they are just gorgeous.  I purchased them in two colors.  One in a chocolate color and the other in a dark blue.  They have a sheen to them that adds such elegance.  I chose to get them in a longer version to give me a more gathered, dramatic look at the bottom.  We have many windows and our home is very bright (which I love and why in the living area's you see no other window coverings) and in the summer and can get quite warm from the sun shining in.  When you close these panels up you can be in utter and complete darkness.  At the same time, they block out the heat and keep our home feeling very cool with the thermostat set at 72 degrees when its triple digits outside. These are a must have item and I highly recommend.