Aoosir Small Floral UPF 40+ Parasol

It worked well for my wife in the Texas sun. People frequently stopped to tell her how attractive it was. It does not fold back up properly. She used a big rubber band. So it's 4-5 stars if you don't care about undoing and redoing a rubber band or some other tie and that it takes up more space due to not folding fully. If you do care about those, it's 2-3. Keeps the sun off.

This is a great umbrella for blocking the sun and the floral design us really cute. I haven't tried it in the rain yet because I'm in Arizona so no need. It does feel cooler under it. I did not notice a chemical smell as stated in other reviews but as in other reviews once opened it does not fit back into the sleeve well. I got it once but then ripped the seams on the sleeve. That's the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars.

it's just ok. It provides coverage but its just a pain in the ass to put close and put away. I have yet to put it back in its sleeve because its impossible. But even just closing it is awkward. So that is annoying. It's pretty and keeps the sun away when I need it, but i wouldn't recommend it, unless you don't care about storing it properly.

TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE. I gave it a chance even after reading the negative reviews. It's poorly made from flimsy material. Not worth the $17 esp since it doesn't stay open. It you pull the umbrella open it doesn't stay open. The "lock in place switch" doesn't work. I had to use duck tape and even then I had to carefully carry the umbrella around.

I am very happy with this parasol. I used to carry a parasol that was made for the mild conditions of Japanese summers, but I live in a city in which bright sunlight and strong winds can be a bad combination for such a delicate parasol. This parasol can withstand very strong winds. I like that it has a black lining, even though it does have a strong plastic smell. I hope that it is not off-gassing. Luckily, I don't have to use it too often. As an aside, I brought this parasol with me to NYC this summer and it served as a great rain umbrella there.

Took it to burning man and it worked great. Withstood a very strong dust/wind storm, would definitely buy it again.

It sure was pretty.....then it fell apart the very first time I used it. Had trouble with opening it, then it twisted and bent some more, then a small gust of wind completely destroyed it. What a shame. I wouldn't buy this again.

Purchased this for my sister who lives in Florida and loves to walk outside. It blocked the sun perfectly and she enjoyed her walks more!