I LOVE this rug! I searched for months for the right color combo at the right price~ This is IT!!!  The colors are pretty true to the website: creamy neutrals with rust, sage and soft gray/blue accents; outlining is thin and black.  I feel like this rug would work well with almost any neutral color scheme. I did not purchase a pad or anything as it’s anchored with my heavy dining room table. It laid flat soon after unpacking. Overall~ a great rug for a great price! Always pleased with my Wayfair purchases!