The rug is just as shown! The grey is nice and light, the Ivory is warm; it coordinates perfectly with the assorted wood finishes and warmer tones in my home! It arrives a bit stiff and linty, but after a few days of use it softens up; the lint lifts after a few passes with the vacuum. The Ivory stripes are raised, which honestly gives it a really nice texture. It feels great under foot! The kids and pets in my home adore laying on it. It looks and feels far more expensive than the price!