This blanket is spotless and has been freshly washed for sale. It was NEVER used for the baby and was bought about 5years ago when M&P's still had shopfront stores. It was only displayed in the nursery - baby co-slept so there was a lot of unused bedding which we sold off/ gave away and for some reason - this blanket was stored with random items in the loft and was only uncovered this weekend! Was pricey new. !00% cotton so great for all seasons. It's bright and funky - ideal for any gender but I think more so boys.. if only cos it's got vehicles on it.