This is quite heavy and thick. I read some people complaining about the stitching but on mine it is stitched and looks great. The only reason I didn't give this a 5 star is because it is so large that for my arms to go through the arm holes, I have to slide it too far back and then it pulls at my neck. So, unlike the photo- my arms pop out mid forearm- but I am short. I still love this cloak and will totally wear it even though it fits my arms weird.