This pad is beautiful and so functional. It lays perfect on the back, lays flat and drapes well. It's nice and cushy as an extra pad over a thick wool pad. And I can use an old, ugly wool pad and then put this over and it covers it perfectly--and looks so nice. I embellished it with little fabric patches and rhinestones for a show, but have also been using it for trail riding.And good news! You CAN wash this in the washing machine! I used cold water, gently cycle and the tiniest bit of natural detergent. The company says not to use soap cause it may not all rinse out, but they also say don't use a washing machine. LOL So I compromised.It came out beautifully and is now hanging to dry in the basement.