I was originally disappointed in my purchase because i thought this rug would be lighter in color since it is described as brown and tan and some pictures looked that way.  Other pictures looked like the rug had black in it as well so I thought there was a choice.  I ordered the lighter shade but came to realize the pictures are all one and the same rug.  I assume the pictures depicted different shades due to the light conditions. Anyway, the contrast works so I am happy with my purchase.