I got this robe off my wish list, and was pleasantly surprised when it arrived with NO shoulder pads. I got a medium (should have gotten a small) but I love it. I couldn't have gotten a better robe. It's super silky and soft and very comfortable. I am glad it didn't have shoulder pads. Sounds like the manufacturer took into consideration the reviews and stopped making the robe with shoulder pads....yay! Great buy! Would definitely buy again only this time in a size small. Very nice! I especially like that it's light weight, so it's not too hot to wear around the house even on the warmest days.