I got tired of wrestling with wrinkled, flimsy bed skirts so I decided to try this one.  It is very heavy material, much like matelassé.  The best thing is that it hangs beautifully.  Or maybe the best thing is that I didn't have to iron it before I put it on the bed.  I put it in the dryer for a few minutes and it was ready to go.   It also went on the bed easily as it is sewn onto a substantial material that slides easily between the mattress and the box springs.  I am very pleased with my purchase!