got this on sale because of size. is very pretty. not a sweater knit. more like a poly/rayon type knit. background color is pale gray, not white. you have to wear it the way the neckline/shoulders fit. you cant just put it on like you usually would. not a big deal because I don't consider this a daily wear item. it ran true to size (small), maybe even a tiny touch smaller. will look great over all black, white, etc. or with a top that matches the colors in the sheer back. overall, I like the product but would not have paid full price for it.