The Hues Curtains Review: My Honest Take on Their Custom Drapes

Window treatments are one of those things that tend to get put off when decorating. I know that I’ve skipped them for months (or years) in favor of the “bigger” purchases like furniture or a rug. But, inevitably, whenever I do get around to the window treatments, I always wish I’d done them sooner because they make such a big difference in making a room feel finished.

My philosophy when it comes to window treatments isto buy the best quality you can afford. If that means IKEA or Amazon, that’s fine (I have both in my own home), but if you can swing it, custom is always the best choice. Custom drapery makes a room look finished and tailored in a way that off-the-shelf panels just can’t replicate.

The good news is that custom curtains are more accessible than ever. They used to require an interior designer and/or a drapery workroom, and thousands of dollars, but now you can order them online for a fraction of that cost. The not-so-great news? A lot of new companies have flooded the market in recent years (TwoPages, a handful of Amazon options, and plenty of others, most of which are overseas), which can make it hard to know who to trust.

After researching my options for our primary bedroom, which has a large French door that needed blackout panels, I landed on TheHues. They offer a wide range of fabrics (linen, velvet, sheers, and more), roman shades and hardware, with custom curtains and relatively quick shipping. After ordering, hanging, and living with the curtains, here’s how everything went.

The Ordering Process

When I set out to order, I knew I wanted a linen curtain with pinch pleats, in a neutral color, with a blackout lining. I ordered a bunch of swatches to test the colors in my room. My favorite fabric ended up being the Zoe Linen Look in Ivory White. “Linen look” means it’s actually polyester, but I really liked the color and the way it looked when I held the swatch up in my room. I was a little nervous about what the finished product would end up looking like with a faux-linen fabric, but I decided to go for it anyway.

Like I said, I wanted a pinch pleat header, so I chose that, but you can also do a rod pocket, back tab and rod pocket, and grommet (please don’t order custom grommet top curtains, it’ll cheaper the whole look!).

I also added an option I was excited to try: I had the curtains memory trained. This basically means the company irons them with a special machine and clips them for a few days before shipping them in order to “train” the pleats into the fabric. This makes the curtains look extra crisp and clean when hung.

Then, you add your measurements for the drapery, and order. One note – when you go on the site, you will see “standard” dimension options, like 25″, 50″ 70″ width and 84″ and 96″ lengths. If you have standard size windows and ceilings, it might be as easy as selecting the right dimensions. But, if you select the option all the way to the right, you can add in your own dimensions.

Because it can be intimidating to order custom drapery online, the company offers a measuring guide, and they also have a customer service department you can reach out to to ask questions about how to get the proper measurements.

The total cost with my add ons was about $400/panel. My panels were 90″ long x 58″ wide each, so pretty sizable.

While that’s not IKEA curtain price, it’s still a pretty good value for a custom drape. Still, I was a little nervous to see if they’d actually be decent quality.

So, Are The Hues Curtains Good Quality?

When the curtains arrived, I was immediately impressed with the fabric and construction. Very relieving, especially because I was worried about the linen look material. The pleats were crisp from the memory training, the stitching was even and consistent, and the material had just the right amount of weight and drape. The hooks for the curtain rings were also substantial.

You can tell these aren’t mass-produced panels, the quality feels on par with something you’d get through a designer workroom, but for a fraction of the price.

The measurements I used also ended up being just right, and the curtains skimmed the floor without pooling or looking like “high waters.” All-in-all, I was very happy with the product I received.

Are The Hues Curtains Worth It?

I do think that the TheHues curtains are worth the price if you’re looking for a custom drape without spending a small fortune. They were high quality, easy to order, and the price was fair.

The Hues Curtains Pros & Cons

A few more pros about The Hues? They’re Climate-Pledge friendly and Oeko-Tex certified, which I liked.

I would not say that this is a luxury product for a few reasons, though. For one, like I mentioned, the fabric of my curtains is polyester. TheHues does offer 100% linen, cotton, and linen blend options, which are more expensive, if you want a natural fabric and are willing to spend a little more.

I think it’s also important to note that TheHues is an overseas company, which I could So, if buying American made is important to you,

One of the things I love most about TheHues is that their pricing makes custom drapery attainable. Depending on your fabric choice and size, you can get truly custom curtains for under $300 per panel — a fraction of what most designer workrooms charge. Given the quality and finish, I honestly think they’re one of the best values out there right now.

Would I Purchase TheHues Curtains Again?

Overall, I’m so happy with my experience with TheHues. The process was easy, the price was good, and the final product is beautiful, so I’d definitely buy from the brand again. If you’re looking to upgrade your window treatments and want something that looks custom (because it is) without the custom price tag, I can’t recommend TheHues enough.