Cafe curtains can work well in the right spaces, such as charming kitchens or cutesy kids’ spaces. Skip cafe curtains if you’re aiming for an elevated, chic aesthetic; they tend to feel more casual.

Pleated cafe curtains on brass rods and rings. - Gerenme/Getty Images Like most designers and homeowners out there, you've probably succumbed to the quaint charms of the French-style cafe curtains.

As the name suggests, the café core trend is all about creating a space in your home that's reminiscent of a cozy café. Think ...

Cafe curtains add charm and privacy to a space without fully covering a window. Sarah Hargrave of The Collective uses them often in her designs, such as this one. Nathan Schroder Photography It’s ...

Choosing window treatments can be such a hard decision, so when deciding, you have to first think about function, practically and what look you want for your room. The kitchen is one such room, and ...

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