Automatic Umbrella, GLODEALS Creative Oil Painting Automatic Folding Umbrella Anti UV Sunblock Umbrella Sun Protection Parasol Rain/Sun Umbrella for Ladies (Almond Blossom)

We bought one a year ago. Totally works to reduce heat from the sun. Used it in the Caribbean, Bahamas, and in the Everglades. Definitely noticed huge difference when under the umbrella versus standing directly in the sun. Decided to buy another, but wanted a different color or print. I ordered and returned two other umbrellas and bought a second of this one. This umbrella set the mark, and the others were significantly lower quality, even with their good reviews. What works: Color is good. Print is pleasing. Material is very sturdy and has no bad odor (the other two had strange and stinky fabric). Handle is comfortable enough, though it would be nice to have it a little longer. Opens very easily with one button push. Closes fairly easy with a button push and then collapsing the shaft manually. Definitely superior to the others we tried. Wish it came from this company in other colors or prints. Overall excellent value for the low price.

I have used the umbrella about three times and so far I find it easy to use, to open it you press the up arrow to close it you press the down arrow and hold the handle with one hand and press from the top with the other hand. I just wish the umbrella was bigger to cover more. I gave four stars for sturdiness for the moment.

I bought this for my ten day trip to Disney because no matter how much sunscreen I use, I always burn!! Enter this umbrella. It was light, so fun to open and close, and sun protection? Perfection!! There were a few moments I thought the wind would get the best of it, but it held on! And it was light enough and small enough to be thrown into our Disney satchel. I loved this umbrella!

This umbrella is a game-changer. I bought it thinking Id be too embarrassed to use a parasol in public that it would be left unused in my closet. I was so wrong, this is a very beautiful parasol and it really has switched me from being lackadaisical about heading out into the sun to looking forward to sunny days so I can sport my parasol. Its definitely a fashion accessory and Ive gotten compliments from various women of all ages. I also love that I am getting adequate sun protection without having to wear sunscreen (I just dont like wearing it). The only reason I didnt give this five stars is because the connection between the handle and the shaft wobbles when faced with a mild breeze. It doesnt inhibit the parasols ability to maintain its shape but it does make me think twice about using the parasol when its breezy outside. I imagine if the model had slits in the design to allow for wind flow, this problem would be minimized.

Have been around the world with this product, and it makes tourism in sunny places very much more pleasant. Did use while in the ocean in USVI, and the insides rusted so it stopped going up and down - but was worth it for the sun protected IMO. So I re-bought!

I was standing under a hot sun one day waiting for a bus and thought to myself that there must surely be a parasol on sale that I could use. Sure enough, I found this pretty parasol complete with UV protection lining which also helps block the heat from the sun. It took a bit of bravery to use it on the streets of San Francisco, but hey, when youre roasting, its nice to be able to provide your own private haven. :)

Since several family members of my family have had skin cancer and I am fair skinned, I feel it is a good idea that I try to protect myself from the sun as much as possible, even in the northern U.S. I saw several of the Asian university students sporting shade umbrellas and thought it was a good idea. This one came recommended from other Amazon reviewers, so I ordered it. Sturdy, yet lightweight, it fits perfectly in my bag. It would be perfect if one is going to be strolling leisurely through a public garden or attending an outdoor concert in full sun. As I walked briskly along in the sun today, I did notice that it would not provide shade for one arm or the other depending on how I was holding the umbrella. It does provide excellent coverage otherwise; you cant see through the umbrella like you would an inexpensive rain only umbrella. The mechanism that opens and closes the umbrella is stiff, which is great as it should stay open when it is open and closed when it is suppose to be closed. The matching sleeve keeps the umbrella compact in your bag and the cloth (not plastic) carrying strap is a very nice feature. I am eager to see how it preforms in the rain.

Tried to return, return center closed due to lack of staff. Went out of town now past time.

Slightly heavy but as others described - the picture is beautiful, the underneath is silverish grey. Its lighter than other UV blocking umbrellas. Opening is great but closing requires some effort. The length when folded is pretty small so its easy to carry. Overall I am happy with the purchase!

The umbrella is as described. It is a fantastic color and the print is not pixelated to me as others described. It looks just as you would expect a picture of a painting printed on an umbrella. The retractable mechanism is simple to use. The umbrella opens with the push of a button . It does take two hands to push the umbrella down to the handle/base and lock in place. It comes with a matching sleeve for storage which is a nice touch. Simple. Simple.