This umbrella is designed for portability and great styling SIZE - A generous 42" arc (38" diameter), and a canopy that has 8 sections. Folds down to a 15" length, making it easy to take along with you when shopping, going to work, walking your dog, attending sporting events or going just about anywhere! The umbrella quickly snaps open when the auto-open button is pressed. A wide variety of colors are available; why not pick some up for friends and family? Everyone wants and can use a good umbrella! CANOPY - Made using high quality, waterproof Pongee Polyester fabric which feels like silk when you touch it. Each panel of the canopy has been cut by hand and meticulously assembled. CARRYING CASE - A color coordinated and tailored carrying case with a comfortable shoulder strap is included with every umbrella RUBBERIZED HANDLE - Each handle has 4 molded finger grooves for ergonomic comfort. Rubberized matte black coating provides the latest fashion touch and inhibits the handle from slipping when wet. Our handle is more comfortable to hold than other handle constructions.