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.

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.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Café curtains are officially back! A one-time staple of country kitchens, especially in the 1950s, these ...

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 ...