I am 5ft 5 in and 175 lbs for reference. I purchased a large and extra large to try. Kept both as the large fits perfect but the extra large is a little over sized which I like to wear. My husband says they feel soft when he touched the sleeve. I have washed them but I hang my shirts to dry. No issues at all. They are holding up great. Colors are great also. All in all I love this shirt and all the colors.