This bedding is just as it appears in the picture.  The color is a true gray, but blue goes well with it.  I added some blue and white striped pillows to it and they tie in nicely.  The comforter will have to be folded down at night most of the year since it is a bit heavy and warm for our Southern California climate, but I like the quality of the bedding.   I was even more impressed with the pillows--I expected them to be more flimsy.  They are actually quite nice!