The cardigan is made of 80% viscose,18% polyamide and 2% elastane. It fastens with shiny pewter buttons and there are spare ones included. The military style detail is in black velour and grey crochet. When laid flat, pit to pit measurement is 16.5" (42cm). Length from top of shoulder to bottom of hem is 18.5" (47cm). Machine washable on a wool wash. All my items are owned from new and from a smoke free home.