I received this umbrella/parasol for Christmas and I love it! Folded it is long and elegant like a cane, open it is show stopping with vibrant even color. The top webbing is black with tiny white dots (if you look super close)I have used it in the snow/sleet/rain and it kept me dry and felt strong and well made. As soon as I used my pretty red one I bought a second one in black too to give as a gift.