CONSTRUCTION - Compact, convenient and very strong, this umbrella opens automatically at the press of a button. It features a sturdy nickel-coated steel “windproof’ frame which you can snap back to its proper shape should a strong gust of wind cause the canopy to invert It is 15 ½” long, fits in most backpacks, carry-ons, duffels, tote bags and more. A wide variety of colors are available, so why not buy a few for friends and family? They'll love you for it CANOPY - The arc measures 42” and provides approximately 36” of open diameter coverage, which comfortably covers one adult or two close friends. The canopy is made from 8 sections of waterproof 190 threads per square inch ‘Pongee’ polyester that are cut by hand and carefully sewn to provide a perfect fit of canopy to frame. Each panel is constructed with a vent that allows the wind to pass through, which protects the umbrella from wind damage. HANDLE - The handle is color-coordinated with the umbrella canopy and has a fashionable rubberized coating which provides a comfortable and firm grip; a hand stitched wrist loop is part of the handle. Each umbrella comes with a matching case