This is a light-weight top that can be worn indoors or out. The soft alpaca feels great to wear. I am 6 ft tall and around 165 lbs. I initially ordered a large which was much too big. I exchanged for a medium which fits fine. I should mention I had no trouble with the exchange process. I was provided with a pre-paid label and sent the sweater back to a US address. I received the new replacement in no time from Peru.
This is a wonderful cardi! It is so warm, but not too excessively thick. The colors are beautiful; they compliment wonderfully my facial features. I wear it a lot over my formal or casual blouses.
The colors are vibrant as depicted in photo on NOVICA site. The size was spot on correct. The sweater is not only beautiful but warm as well for Wisconsin winters!