Beautiful tree! This is my first flocked tree. Looks fuller in person than in the pictures. Flocking is just right, very little mess while situating the limbs in place. I couldnt decide if I wanted a topper or not because tree is so pretty it doesnt even need one. I wasnt sure if the lights would be bright enough since they are also covered with "snow" however the lights give off a nice glow. I did not need to any extra. Would definately recommend.