BABEYOND Lace Parasol Ultraviolet-Proof Folding Umbrella UPF50+ Vintage Flower Embroidery Umbrella for Wedding Party and Photo Shooting

Edited to Add: I have raised the score from 3 stars to 5 stars. I have been working with the parasol for a few days now, and it is very good for the price. When the parasol arrives, it is folded into its compact form; however, you can also fold it in its longer form. The biggest gripe I had was how hard it is to open. Here is what I've learned.1) Yes, you still have to unfold the ribs when it's coming out of its compact form, but you don't have to snap them in place one by one as originally thought. If you just get the ribs mostly straightened out, when you push the center mechanism up the cane the ribs will snap into place on their own. Straight out of the package it's a little stiff, but it gets easier.2) Once the parasol has been opened, you can put it away in its long form with the ribs straightened. If you lower the center mechanism, you can gather the tips of the ribs close to the cane and slide the handle up so the tips are held inside the edge of the handle. This makes it much easier to open again later. Say you are going inside to eat. You can collapse the parasol into its long form, then easily open it again when you go outside later.3) When you are ready to store the parasol at the end of the sunny season, you can collapse it back into its compact form. You absolutely CAN get the parasol back in its storage bag. It's a tight fit, and you have to be mindful about how the lace and UPF liner fold up together, but it's entirely doable. This will keep it dust free and prevent the lace from getting torn or snagged in winter storage.______________________________________________________________________I purchased the grey parasol. Once unfurled, it is exactly as pictured. However, getting it opened is quite an ordeal. I will store it in its compactly folded state during colder months, but leave it long when closing it during summer because it is such a hassle to open it from its compact state. If you are buying it for a prop or for a single special event, this design flaw may not annoy you much, but for someone who, like me, bought it for regular use, the design flaw is a huge miss. Huge. With so many compact umbrellas on the market, it seems like this would have been an easy annoyance to avoid. After I ordered it, I was wishing I'd gotten a different color, but now that it's arrived, I am very happy with the lovely silver-grey color. I would still like a lavender parasol, but I will be looking for a different brand because of the awkward design of this one.

Wow! This is one eye catching umbrella 🌂

Parasol is definitely frilly, but that’s what I wanted. It’s got lovely detail on the outside with sequins and then an opaque, black inside to block the sun. It’s very reasonably priced. This is a great company. I ordered a flapper dress from them a few months ago from their website and it’s gorgeous. Fits perfectly and is really stylish. Their customer service is excellent and very responsive re: queries. I would definitely order from them again.

The quality of the umbrella is fabulous. But it's really hard to fold up and put back into the cover. The bottom is a thick rubber type fabric that when you're trying to fold it up can get bunched up and you have to fight with it. Worked perfectly for a very warm day to keep the sun off my face. I recieved so many compliments on this item. My only complaint is the handle is small and twists on so it can get hard to hold after awhile. Other than that though I'm very happy with this item.

Eloquent lacey purchased for my Tea Party. Just a little difficult to open and close. I purchased in 4 colors. Received many compliments

This umbrella went perfect with my outfit for the renaissance festival. It looks amazing with my outfit and it kept me from getting too burned, I'm white like a ghost I need all the help I can get. Lol

Once you figure out how to close it's easier. You close it like a normal umbrella on the metal button on the pole and theres a clear button by the spikes to close rest.Absolutely beautiful. 100% my favorite purchase.... a bit tiny height wise but it's perfect for the Renaissance faire.

The gold and the print where veryPretty. I just added some butterflies that I got from Amazon as well as the feathertop I added. Received so many compliments.