I love wearing the fine gauge sweaters. They are not too heavy and bulky but are warm enough for where I live during the fall/winter. I bought the xl (5'7 200lbs)and it is roomy enough not to be tight anywhere. I did wash it in cold water with vinegar (it "sets" the color so It will not fade). I dried in the dryer for about 30 minutes and it came out looking great. I can probably layer it if needed. Will buy more for the winter.