I’m on the record as a West Elm skeptic. I’ve been writing about furniture for four years and obsessing over it for longer, ...

The earliest curtains were probably made from animal hides, and used simply for warmth. Curtains eventually evolved into a symbol of wealth in the 15th century, crafted from luxurious materials like ...

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Wed, May 7, 2025 at 11:01 PM UTC These curtains use two layers of fabric to give them their blackout effect and look stylish at the same time. The exterior layer is made with a linen-blend material ...

They had their heyday during the war to black out doors and windows in order to hide residential areas from German bombers. But now heavy curtains are popular again to help with another crisis – as ...