I absolutely love this Christmas tree.  It’s gorgeous even without any lights or decorations.  If you don’t plan on taking the time to fluff the tree as you’re supposed to, don’t waste your money.  Just plan on spending what you intend on putting into your tree.  It is exactly what I expected but I know you must take your time and fluff the tree if you want to have a full realistic looking tree and that’s what this tree is.  I actually hated taking it down however, that part was easy.  It’s extremely well made and I definitely wouldn’t hesitate purchasing it again.  Also, not one needle came off while fluffing or when taking it down.  I may purchase this exact tree but in a slim version because the one I have had for 20+ years we threw it away this year.  Kudos to an extremely well made product.  I regret that I didn’t think to take a picture after the lights and decorations were removed.  The picture I included is after Santa finished and had left.