For some people, a room's design isn't complete without valences. Whether you are seeking a modern vibe or a more traditional look, valances can help.

In this living space, valances are used to add color and pattern. (Design Recipes/TNS) From formal to flat, casual to swag, valances come in all shapes and sizes.

You'll want to rethink your therapy "if it’s hung too low, the curtains are too short, or it features a heavy swag valance," O'Gara says. That said, he believes some styles will never be seen as ...