The fit was very good, loose as expected. I am 5’5” and about 145 lbs. with curves (read: has wide hips. Lol.) I bought the medium. I love the exaggerated long sleeves, but didn't want them so long that I looked like a child trying to wear my mom’s sweater, so the medium was perfect! The fabric was fair in regards to being soft, because it could be softer, but I am still okay with it. It’s comfortable, and I will probably wear it often. The color was a bit brighter than I expected, but I like it.The color was pretty, but I will wear a tank top or something underneath because you can see through the knitting, meaning the sweater is thick, but the knitting isn’t super tight. I try to be as specific as possible because I don't buy anything without reading reviews, so I hope this helps you! 😊