These blankets are just what creator Rachel Lyons says they are: unique, luxurious, chic and stylish. Your child won't want to be without it and friends (as well as complete strangers) will want to know where you got this beautiful blanket. Plan to be bombarded by oohs and ahs if you give this blanket as a shower gift. Beautiful as they may be, I did experience some problems after machine washing, so recommend hand washing instead.