Purchased from the official store. Selling because my child has outgrown it. I think the size is true to height. There are no noticeable stains, but some threads are coming out from the embroidery (see photos 6 and 7). This was the case when I purchased it. It seems to be part of the design, as it's happening with all the embroidery. Photo 8 is an official image. We have no pets and are non-smokers.