This knit is versatile and can be worn from the current chilly season through spring, depending on the inner layer combination. This knit pullover can be worn two ways. You can wear it with the V-neck in the front and let the strings hang down, or wear it with the V-neck in the back and tie the strings in a ribbon for an accent. The length covers the hips. I am selling this because I don't have many opportunities to wear it while working at a desk. There were no noticeable stains upon my amateur inspection, but please understand that this is a used item. *It will be shipped in simple packaging.