I have a very monochromatic living room...pretty much beige & cream with a few pops of color in accessories.  Even tho' this area rug stays with my colors scheme, the vivid pattern really adds a pop of interest in the seating area.  It was very reasonably priced, too, as I had shopped locally trying to find the right piece at the right price with no luck, and as an added bonus I didn't have to schlep it home...mailed right to my front door with free shipping.