The rug is just as it is pictured. I purchased a rectangle and a round for my bedroom to go in either side of the bed. My Hubster wanted the rectangle. I purchased the round for my side of the bed. Although I have yet to lay it down, I am confident it will look nice. It turned out to be too large for my husband’s taste so we placed it in the dining area. It looks nice and lays well and is comfortable without a rug pad underneath. I also purchased the poche orange rug but with a rug mat.