I live in the high desert where the days are hot and the nights can be cold, so I need it a year round comforter. Just had it for about a week and really loved the feel and softness of this comforter, really plush and cool feel during these recent summer like temperatures. I am using a Duvet Linen Cover to maintain the comforter as clean as possible and it helps to keep you cool and doesnt feel too warm at all during these recent hot mornings. Ill give it five stars  for keeping the temperatures on check and lightly visible stripe design.