This shawl is done in a beautiful open design that keeps it lacy and airy looking and lightweight for summer and spring, even though it's done in a regular worsted weight yarn. The dark purple is gorgeous and is called Boysenberry. You can wear it sideways, too, or in front, or on your hips over your bathing suit. Looks great with casual jeans and a tank or lovely with a long fancy dress. Measures 54" from tip to tip and 25" from top to bottom tip. 100% acrylic. Machine wash and gently and dry on low.