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Cute Blackout Curtains for Every Room 🪟
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I moved into a place with huge windows and zero privacy. It took me way too long to find curtains that actually block light AND look good. Here's what finally worked.
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Neutral Tones That Go With Everything
 
Bold Colors 🎨
 
Patterned Picks
 
Short Length Options 🪟
 
Kid-Friendly Curtains
 
Hardware and Extras

Neutral Tones That Go With Everything

I started here because I had no idea what color scheme I wanted. These go with literally any wall color or furniture.

 
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got these in ivory for my entryway. they block SO much light for the price.
eclipse blackout one grommet panel
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thick fabric, hangs nicely 🙌 the linen color is perfect
Sun Zero Blackout Cyrus Thermal Grommet Curtain Panel
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my friend recommended these and honestly she was right. super soft material.
Blackout Aruba Window Curtain Panel - Threshold
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I layer these behind sheers for a softer look
eclipse blackout one grommet panel
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budget pick that actually works. no complaints after 8 months.
42"x63" Room Darkening Heathered Window Curtain Panel White
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Bold Colors 🎨

Once I got comfortable, I started adding pops of color. These are the ones that didn't look cheap in person.

 
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the navy blue is beautiful in a dim hallway. really ties the space together.
2 pc Blackout Braxton Thermaback Window Curtain Panel - Eclipse - Black
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went with the teal and it's still my favorite curtain I own
Sun Zero Blackout Kenneth Energy Saving Grommet Curtain Panel
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got the dark red. looks way more expensive than it is 🍷
Threshold Light Blocking Curtains | Blackout Options & More
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forest green. my partner picked it and I was skeptical but it looks amazing.
Eclipse Absolute Zero Blackout Curtains
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the mustard yellow one is SO fun for a kid's room or playroom
Buy hotel blackout curtains to improve guest comfort
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Patterned Picks

Plain curtains started boring me after a while. These have prints that actually feel intentional, not random.

 
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subtle leaf print. gives the room life without being too busy.
threshold floral curtains
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my daughter picked these out herself and honestly they're adorable 😂
63" Blackout Twill Solid Kids' Panel Navy - Pillowfort
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vintage floral vibes. I get compliments on these constantly
threshold floral curtains
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the texture on these is unreal. they feel so luxe
Opalhouse Velvet Curtains | Blackout & Lined Options
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simple polka dots, nothing crazy. works great in a guest room.
Room Essentials Blackout Curtains
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Short Length Options 🪟

Not every window needs floor-length curtains. These shorter ones saved me in my kitchen and bathroom.

 
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perfect for smaller entryway windows. doesn't drag on the floor.
Eclipse Kids Kendall Blackout Thermal Curtain Denim
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finally a short curtain that doesn't look like it shrunk in the wash
Sun Zero 100% Blackout Oslo Theater Grade Grommet Curtain Panel
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clean look for my half windows near the front door 🚪
63 Inch Curtains | Blackout & 2-Packs Available
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under $10 and blocks light. just get this one, trust me.
60"x63" Sheer Window Curtain Panel White - Room Essentials
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used this in my bathroom. stays in place and the fabric dries fast
eclipse blackout one grommet panel
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Kid-Friendly Curtains

My kids' rooms needed full blackout or nobody was sleeping. These were the winners after a LOT of trial and error.

 
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survived two years of my toddler yanking on them. still holding up.
Pillowfort Blackout Curtains for Kids
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my son LOVES these. they glow with little stars at night ✨
63" Blackout Twill Solid Kids' Panel Navy - Pillowfort
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washes easily which is basically the only thing that matters with kids
Kids Microfiber Blackout Window Curtain Panel by Eclipse
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the light pink is really sweet for a nursery
Sun Zero Blackout Curtains | Energy Efficient & Noise Reducing
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the little tassels at the bottom make these feel special. my daughter's fave.
Pillowfort Tassel Curtains | Kids' Blackout Window Panels
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Hardware and Extras

Learned the hard way that good curtains look bad on cheap rods. These are the finishing touches that made everything come together.

 
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sturdy, looks great, doesn't sag in the middle. worth every penny.
Threshold Curtain Rods
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no drilling needed. I use these for my rental 🏠
Tension Curtain Rods | Room Essentials: Adjustable Steel Options
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switched from hooks to clips and hanging curtains takes 2 minutes now
Threshold Curtain Rings | Matte Black & Brushed Nickel Options
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renter friendly and they actually hold. was genuinely surprised.
Command Hooks for Curtain Rods
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added this behind a sheer curtain and it blocks like 95% of light
Universal Blackout Window Curtain Liner White - Threshold
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