This blanket is so soft and cozy. I washed it when it arrived and it didn’t shed at all. Both sides are super soft. Big fan. The packaging isn’t pretty—no problem if you’re buying it for yourself or if you have it sent to yourself to repackage before gifting.It's def very warm and pretty. I have the sheets from this company as well and they're my go to now lol ABSOLUTLEY love their bedding stuff.Very soft and lightweight. Fiancé is a sweaty beast and he even approved of it so that’s a plus! It did have a very strong chemical smell coming out of the bag but it was fixed with just one wash. Also still very soft after washing!Wow, I did not know what to think when I received this blanket. When I opened it, it was like holding a cloud in my arms. I washed it and threw in the dryer expecting my lint-trap to be full of fuzzies, and NOPE, no more than a regular dryer load. I couldn't believe it. Threw it on the couch, climbed under it and it was absolute BLISS in a blanket. I cannot recommend this enough! It is honestly "too warm" for summer use, however, I used in on the family room couch where it can get cold with the central air running. Cannot wait till winter to fully enjoy this bad boy. Don't hesitate, you won't need or want another blanket ever again. Seriously!I absolutely love these fleece blankets or throws..I purchased a king for my queen bed -bc I read they may run small- but it's huge! Then I got a queen in a different color, and in my opinion it's better suited for a full. I'm keeping it as a throw. They are soft, light weight and warm, rich look . You may want to size up. The seller is very attentive, I got a personal email offering her help if needed. Also they sell awesome pillowcases and other bedding stuff. I definitely recommend!!Perfect for what I needed it for.I purchased this mainly as a throw for my sofa, where I often fall asleep. With the sherpa side facing my body it's a tad warmer, but in either case it works well in both colder weather indoors as well as in warmer weather (indoors) with air conditioning.If there is a drawback it's the fact that this will easily slip off your body when you are sleeping if you normally toss and turn. With the non-sherpa side facing your body this is almost guaranteed. Even with the sherpa side facing you it happens. Not an issue for me, but something that you may want to consider.I've machine washed mine twice in cold water on normal setting, and also dried it in a dryer - also on normal. No issues whatsoever.For the price you cannot go wrong in my opinion. Especially if you live in a mild climate.I like this blanket overall, only negative side is smell when you open the package. Once it was washed, then the smell was gone. Because of the smell, I won't recommend it for gift purpose.