I love this pillow cover for its casual yet upscale look.  The colors are true to picture online - kind of a Wedgewood Blue and Beige.  Yes, it has a rougher texture.  Imagine a jute rug feel, but that is part of the charm of it- it's texture.  I expected that when I ordered it.  This coupled with the down insert make it a very comfortable back pillow that holds its shape or a cool accent.  It may not be the one you grab to lay your head on or put your bare skin on, but that isn't a bad thing as it will stay fresher and cleaner that way and like I said, it is great to place behind you!  Decorating with different textures adds a lot of interest, so I give this a thumbs up!