I bought this umbrella by #ANHEL for my friend's birthday. She was looking for an umbrella that is easy to open and close. When this arrived I did test it out. It's very easy to both open and close. I also like the print. It's very European. I love the white print against the black background. And I also love how easy it is to take the umbrella in and out of its own case. My friend is really going to love this umbrella.