I am short waisted, and generally a petite on the top, so a lot of these sweater vest toppers i find to be too long in the torso for me. this one, however, is the perfect exception. it is soft, but with some structure, comfortable, and not too hot for warmer weather climates during the spring. i bought it in seattle, though i live in dallas, and found it to be a perfect layering piece with a 3/4 white t-shirt and a jean jacket, while walking around the rainy city. 
fyi: 5'2", short waist, broad