If you love classic styles or modern yet subtle patterns, Wayfair is the place to shop. This online store (with a few in-person locations nationwide) has a budget-friendly, endless selection of curtains. We like that you can sort items based on the amount of light filtration — options include sheer, semi-sheer, room darkening, blackout and max blackout. Plus, shipping and returns are free on $35+ orders.

On the other hand, some customers have reported quality issues, such as curtain sets having slightly different lengths. The options for ethically and sustainably-made curtains are limited, and it can be hard to sift through the huge selection.

Prefer doing your shopping in person? If so, check out your local JCPenney. The in-person (and online) retailer has a wide variety of curtains available, which are sorted into three light filtration categories: sheer, light filtering and blackout. We like that you can also shop online and pickup your order the same day.

However, a few customers have reported receiving products that didn’t live up to their expectations. (For example, a recurring problem is getting curtains that are more see-through than anticipated.) The styles also lean traditional, so this isn’t the place to shop if you have a unique or vibrant taste.

For a smooth online shopping experience we recommend perusing the Pottery Barn’s website. The digital and in-person retailer has an impressive selection of curtains that are easy to sort based on length, light filtration level, hanging style, material, color, sustainability and more. The sale section is also helpful; you can snag a deal at any time of year.

The downsides: Pottery Barn charges varying shipping fees depending on the size of your order. You may also have to pay the return shipping fee if you intend to return any items you purchase. In addition, there aren’t many patterned prints available, and the sustainable options are limited.

Can’t find exactly what you’re looking for? You may need a custom set of curtains, and if so, The Shade Store is the first place to look. Every aspect of your curtains can be customized here, and if you don’t know where to begin, you can request a design consultation with an expert and receive a free measurement service in your home. We also love that The Shade Store offers free shipping on all products.

Note: Since every curtain is customized, The Shade Store does not accept returns. It’s also one of our most expensive recommendations, and the retailer does not often offer sales or discounts.

If you need something functional, classy and within your budget, try your local Target. We love that this online and in-person retailer sells affordable curtains in a variety of sizes, materials, colors and patterns, and that there are four light filtration options: sheer, light filtering, room darkening and blackout.

On the other hand, the Target site tends to have more options than in-person stores, where inventory changes from day to day. The brand also has limited ethical and sustainable options and somewhat limited patterns and prints.

If you want quality curtains without paying an exorbitant amount of money, Quince gives you the best bang for your buck. The online retailer sells classic, subtle curtains in linen, velvet, cotton and silk, and each type of curtain comes in a variety of lengths. You can also opt to add blackout lining to any set. Quince offers free shipping on all products and free refunds within 365 days of the purchase date.

However, the color and pattern selection is limited, so this isn’t the best place to shop if you want vibrant or unique styles. Shipping can also be slow depending on your location.

Hoping to find curtains that add an elegant feel to your space? If so, we recommend shopping at West Elm. The online and in-person retailer sells curtains with solid colors and soft prints, and material options include linen, cotton, velvet, polyester and tencel. We like that there are also four levels of light allowance: sheer, semi-sheer, opaque and blackout. Plus, West Elm offers free standard shipping and return shipping.

The downsides? This store doesn’t offer many unique or vibrant curtains, and their selection is somewhat limited. Buyers may also be responsible for paying return shipping in certain cases.

What we love about Smith & Noble: This online retailer sells a wide variety of drapes sorted by the pleat or fold design, and they have many different fabrics available. You can also request the help of a designer (for free!) and get free at-home measurements and fabric samples.

What could be improved: Smith & Noble is expensive, and the ordering process can get tedious. You must also pay for shipping, and the price varies depending on the products you buy and your location.

If you want to create the unique, playful style of your dreams, we recommend Pepper Home. It specializes in soft, colorful and unique fabrics that you can use to create a set of custom curtains. We like that you can take a quiz (called the Curtain Calculator) to create your ideal set, complete with matching hardware.

However, Pepper Home doesn’t allow exchanges or returns, and their items are expensive. The ordering process can also take time.

For statement curtains that blend in as much as they stand out, check out Annie Selke. The online retailer offers unique and exciting prints and patterns, and best of all, everything is sustainably sourced and ethically made.

The downsides: This brand only offers free shipping for orders $350+, and it charges a 15% restocking fee on returns. It’s also one of our pricier recommendations.

If you’re fickle about curtains and predict you’ll be returning or exchanging them, we recommend shopping on Amazon. The online seller has an enormous range of products that you can filter based on pattern, length, room type, material, light filtration and more. Shipping and returns are made easy with a Prime membership, which costs $139 annually.

However, the quality of the curtains that come from Amazon varies. It can also be quite difficult to narrow down choices, and the vast majority of options aren’t ethically or sustainably made.

Need a pair of no-nonsense blackout curtains so you can fall asleep any time of day? Try Ikea. The online and in-person store sells affordable blackout curtain sets (as low as $20) in a variety of sizes, colors and patterns. Plus, $50+ orders get free shipping, and Ikea offers 365 day returns.

The downsides: Blackout curtains at Ikea have a limited number of designs and colors, and all of the brand’s curtains don’t feel very unique. A few customers have also reported quality issues when shopping at Ikea.

What we like about shopping for curtains on Etsy: The online marketplace allows you to support small businesses while shopping for curtains you can’t find anywhere else. We’ve found a variety of unique and vintage styles on the site along with classic and traditional patterns.

However, the shipping and return policies vary from seller to seller, so this may not be the best place to buy curtains if you’re on a time constraint. Quality can also vary, and checking customer reviews for every different seller to determine quality can get tedious.

For a simple, elegant set of curtains, shop at Parachute. We love that this brand specializes in linen, which gives a room a timeless, lived-in aesthetic. We also like that the curtains are machine washable and long-lasting, so you can buy them once and be done. Plus, Parachute offers free 60-day returns.

On the other hand, Parachute does not offer free shipping and the curtains are pricey. The selection is also quite limited.

While Home Depot might not be the first store you think of when you need to buy curtains, it’s one of the most reliable. The online and in-person retailer sells affordable curtain sets in a variety of materials, from satin to linen. It also offers affordable window hardware and free 90-day returns.

However, this isn’t the best place to shop if you’re looking for unique or whimsical prints. Also, the online sort options aren’t the most intuitive.