If you are looking for a bright, full, beautifully natural looking tree do NOT hesitate! It's a hinged tree with minimal fluffing required (about 20 minutes) and minimal shedding of flocking. I'm very picky and proud of my Christmas trees so I search and research with caution and care. I'm a happy apartment dweller and while I have an open floor plan I didn't want it to take up much space. I chose the 7.5 and it is full all the way to the top. Height is precise. It's a slim profile not a pencil type so it's perfect for my space. I will say that the metal base was a little wobbly and one of the tightening screws did not fit well but is a minor issue. I will be replacing it with a rotating tree stand so a non-issue for me. It is heavily flocked and the wires for lights were covered as well. I am very pleased with this purchase.