I've had this comforter for 2 years. I've washed it at least once a month with bleach and dried it in my dryer. Other than a few feathers in the lint drawer, it washes perfectly. It has held up so well! It was the best money I ever spent on any bedding, ever. It's warm, soft, and not too fluffy. I use it year round. I bought a designer comforter just last month, and it was tossed in the linen closet! I guess I can never go back to Ralph Lauren now! Buy it!!!