How to choose curtain length?
1.Measure distance from top of curtain rod to bottom of window. Choose a curtains length that is longer than your measurement.
How to Achieve Better Shading?
1.Ensure rod is wide enough so that when the curtains are open, the inner edges just cover the window frame but not the glass. Hang curtains at least 1/2 way between the tops of your windows and you ceiling, or even higher.
2.Curtain panels should be wide enough that even when closed, there is fullness to them. The combined width of the panels should be 1.5 to 2 time window width.
Styling Tips:
1.Hang your curtains starting from your ceiling to create an illusion of the taller ceiling.
2.For added fullness, add an extra set of panels to your windows for a fuller look.