It actually looks better than is shown in the photo...very sparkly. The sizing is true to size. I hand washed it and it didn't fade. I've worn this out on several occasions with black palazzo pants and heels, and sometimes a black sheer cover-up. Got compliments every time. Looks great with jeans, too. I'm thinking about buying the white one and dying it to another color, because I'd love this in purple or red, or even emerald green. It's very comfy, too.