This is a cardigan sweater has shawl collar with two snap closures that give it a peacoat style without buttons. So the focus is on the design, elegant styling, and exquisite embroidery front and back. I love unique, quality pieces. This is one of those. I did buy this used on Posh and found that I did not pay close enough attention to the sizing. I will add photos with measurements as soon as possible. Since I am definitely a medium, and this fits more like a small, I tried this once and could not close it comfortably …and in my opinion, The sweater would lay nicer when closed if one of the snaps is adjusted slightly.