We have had this tree for 2 years now, and it is absolutely beautiful. We get so many compliments on it. I have always had real trees, but after 2 years in a row of trees falling flat before Christmas (not to mention the pine needle clean up that comes with the real tree) we decided to get an artificial . I did a lot of research and we couldnt be happier. It does take some time to fluff, but its totally worth it.