This umbrella is excellent quality, sturdy; on the large side for a woman.  The color is not tan, but drab olive.  The handle is somewhat dark reddish-brown.  I suppose a man might like it (my brother does), but this color is NOT for a woman.  Closing it is nigh impossible if you are wearing gloves because there is hardly any lip on the slider to grip, and your hand slips right over it.  This is a serious flaw, compromising the functionality of the umbrella.  I'm taking a star off the rating for this alone, not just because of the color.