I wasn't sure if the navy robe I ordered would have the bright white piping around the edge and the pockets because some of the photos on the listing show it and some don't. Happily, the robe I was sent has the piping! I think it looks so crisp and neat with that white piping.The robe was nice before washing, but, after machine washing and drying on normal settings, the fabric was even nicer. The waffle-weave was more pronounced and the fabric was much softer. The dark navy color did not run and stain the bright white piping at all. It looks perfect! The fabric is thick and not at all see-through.There are two sizeable patch pockets (about 7" by 7") that come in handy as I wear the robe. I am always finding things that need to be put away as I go about getting ready for my day and the pockets are large enough to hold them until I get to where the item belongs. There are two navy twill tape ties inside that hold the robe neatly. The belt is long! I could tie it and make a bow if I wanted to - think I might shorten the belt so I don't trip on it on the stairs when I leave it untied.I decided to upsize the robe, just in case it shrank a lot but it turns out that wasn't necessary. Before washing it measured 40" long from the nape of the back neck to the hem. After washing it measured 39". The sleeve underarm seam measured 16 1/2" long before washing; after washing it measured 16" long. So the shrinkage was very minimal.Very nice robe that is so comfortable.