I really wanted an oversized boyfriend sweater fit, with off-the-shoulder swag & exaggerated puffy sleeves, so I took a chance and ordered a size up. I have long arms & a long torso, and the bigger size accomodates me comfortably in those areas. Normally I would wear a Large in something like this, but I got an XL instead. The XL sweater gives me the relaxed fit I wanted, with sexy slouch in all the right places!The material is super soft - almost like a chenille - and the petite cable knit pattSee full review