I have so many blending brushes, and it is finally time to get rid of them because this is the perfect fluffy blending brush that I have been looking for. It is tapered so it is the perfect shape for hooded eyes. The bristles are smooth like all the MM brushes. The overall size is very long (20.3cm) which is how blending brushes should be because this allows me to get the softest effect by holding the brush at the farthest end of the handle. Aesthetically pleasing, some people say the way brushes look isn't important, but personally, boring-looking brushes make me not put a lot of effort into my makeup application. These brushes by Melanie Mills look sexy and sophisticated and makes me enjoy my makeup routine.