Love this skirt!  I have three and they earn every star. Stitching has held up wash after wash there has been no shrink or noticeable fade - I usually hang to dry, but, I will admit, they have ended up in the dryer a couple times.  The material is a soft year round fabric. Wear with  lined tights or leggings for an extra layer in the winter. Can be worn casual or dressy, and ladies it has pockets!