I was looking for an affordable second blanket to use on my twin-size bed in my college dorm room. I wanted it to be soft, easy to clean, durable, stain-resistant, and visually appealing. It also had to be big enough to cover my entire bed.This product delivered. I got the dark blue color, and it looks fantastic. It's a little shiny (by virtue of its microfiber composition) but wow, it is soft. I consistently have friends come over who want to steal the blanket because it's so soft and warm. It's perfect for the winter - there's nothing like snuggling up under this throw blanket and watching a show or two. I'll be ordering more of these in the future, although I doubt this one will wear out anytime soon; I've washed it 4-5 times, and it still looks absolutely brand new.I've been using blankets my entire life (duh) - but I can safely say this one is the best I've ever owned. Would recommend!!!