valance / valence [ˈveilən(t)s]
valance – n. – a decorative drapery across the top of a window, bed frame, shelf etc.
valence – n. – a thin woven fabric; 2. an extract or preparation (of some herb) used in medicine; 3. courage; 4. feelings of attraction or repulsion associated with an event; 5. Chemistry position of electrons within an atom