Very organic.  Thick texture with high loops.  Tends toward a yellowish straw tone.  I don't see the dark weaves others have mentioned.  Each one is probably unique. Mine is monochromatic. Was hoping it was a tad more cream than yellow, but serves my purpose in a guest room. Was carefully packaged, easy to open and laid relatively flat upon first opening.  Overall has some flexibility in the "stretch" due to the nature of the hemp weave. Would recommend a rug pad. All said, the rug offers an interesting look and texture to a room.