Valances

A straight valance is also known as a tailored valance. This piece features a rectangular piece of fabric that is designed to lay flat for a bold, smooth look that is free of gathers and ruffles.

The scallop valance features a bottom edge that curves up and down in a waving pattern. This valance may hang straight to show off the natural flow of the piece, or it may be gathered to accentuate a ruffled design.

This valance features a rectangular shape with gathered elements along the top to create ruffles. The ruffled valance may be scalloped or tiered to add to the full look of the valance.

The traditional cornice is a structured box that has been decorated with fabric. Currently, a cornice is often used interchangeably with a fabric valance. A cornice may be straight or scalloped.

The swag valance is cut so it gracefully drapes across the top and down the sides of your window. The valance may feature a straight or angular cut at the center of the design.

A scarf valance is a long piece of fabric that drapes over and around your window frame. This valance can be paired with curtains, but works just as well alone. Though similar in style to a swag valance, the scarf valance gives your windows a similar feel with less structure.

Just as the name implies, this valance features a variety of coordinating fabrics that have been arranged in layers to give the design depth and texture. These valances usually come with a bold top fabric, layered over a subtler trim, however this motif may be reversed. The valance may also come with multiple layers to create a tiered design.

The waterfall valance features rows of shirred fabric that drape down from the curtain rod in arches. The waterfalls may come in rows, in layers, or they may interweave for extra visual interest.

These valances can come in any style, but are embellished with tassels. The tassels may line the bottom or sides, or hang from the apex of arches or points.