I have had these sheets for over a year, so i can confidently add my review! Let me start by saying, If you haven't bought them yet, PUT EM' IN YOUR CART!! You will never go back to cotton. These bed linens added the perfect touch of elegance and comfort to our bed! Which is a double edged sword, because now it's VERY hard to get out of bed every morning! This bedding is perfect for Texas summers or a Michigan winter! We're never too hot or cold. I made the mistake, when I was 20, thinking satin sheets would be luxe and comfortable... that was a lesson LEARNED! Not only does sating not breahe, but it also snags on every little thing! Toe nails, rough skin, you name it. THESE tencel sheets, feel WAY better, they breathe better than cotton, and they do not snag on anything! I was these every 2 - 3 weeks, cold water, gentle cycle with no other laundry items, and over a year later, they are still as soft and beautiful as ever. I believe the Royal blue color has faded slightly, but def not noticeably.