The edges frayed constantly on the first use, and the thinness of the material meant it was slightly transparent, so I could not leave any panels or strips visible. I had bought this as a hoop skirt support for renaissance faires, which it DID DO ADMIRABLY. I never thought it was slipping, it did not sag, and you cannot see the individual hoops (at least when you're wearing a silk skirt on top of the petticoat. I stayed cool in pretty warm weather even in renaissance garb, so that was a plus.