As previous reviewers stated, this shrug does run small.  I normally wear a 1X but I ordered a 3X just in case and I'm glad I did!  The 3X fits me like a 1X would.  Hopefully this information will help you decide which size to order.

The fabric is stretchy which gives nice flexibility to the garment.  I'd prefer cotton material since I live in the tropics but since the event I'm going to is in the evening, I'm hoping it will be cool enough to where I won't sweat (or should I say perspire?) too profusely in a shrug made from 46% rayon, 46% polyester, and 8% spandex.

As for the sequins... there are just enough to give that "dressy" feeling without it being gawdy.  A pretty good buy at $27.99.  I was hoping it would go lower in price but it never did.