I have several of this style sweater, in all colors, but had never purchased a black one. The others I have we're bought from Nordstroms, J Jill, and one was from Nieman Marcus....All very fine stores, with high quality clothing..This inexpensive (by comparison) sweater was a real surprise! The quality was very close to the others, the fit was great. But, as you would expect from the difference in price...the fabric was a bit thinner. It hangs beautifully, like the others...and since I don't "overwear" my clothing, and wash things like this in gentle manner and hang to dry....I'm sure it will hold up well. Buy these in all colors, if you want more for your money....