I love these pillows! I did as another reviewer had suggested and threw them in the dryer for a few minutes with a wet face cloth. All the little loose pieces must’ve come off because they are not shedding at all for me. I love the tassels and I’m pretty sure I’ve seen the exact same pillow in a online boutique store for double the price! The insert is OK, pretty much what you would expect but I can always replace with a down insert if I want later.