This sweater is a high-gauge 100% cotton knit. The knit stitches are tiny and compact. The material is ultra-soft and light with a luxurious feel. The sweater is almost disturbingly wide, yet when I am wearing it, the fabric drapes beautifully and follows my outline. Perhaps more surprising is that the soft, light folds of fabric have just enough weight and cling to fall with a flattering, slimming effect. (Love it!)I ordered a size large, and although it is a little big, I find that I like the slightly slouchy, yet elegant look of the extra fabric. If I order again, though, I will order a medium. It likely would still be oversized, just not a much.The width, measured flat across the front at the underarm curves, is 23.5,” or a total of 47”. It tapers in toward the bottom, which measures flat at 19.5,” or a total of 39”. From the top of the back neck to the bottom of the hem at center back, it measures 22” long. It seems mysterious that with so much fabric, it ends up looking so lovely.I ordered beige, with the hopes the sweater would look as white as the description images. It was a good choice – it is white with just the faintest shadow of beige. It is more of a cream color than a beige. Exactly what I wanted.While the fabric is knitted beautifully and evenly, the seam construction is potentially fragile. The seams are not finished or serged. With regular machine washing and heavy wear I would expect they may ravel over time. They are stable now but should be treated as delicate. Hand washing or laundering in a laundry bag in cold water is recommended on the label. Air dry it flat. The tags warn not to tumble dry. I agree. Wash this in a laundry bag using the delicate cycle. Taking extra care will make this sweater stay in fine condition much longer.Nonetheless, I love this sweater so much that I am still giving it 5 stars. A little extra care is worth it.