Exactly as pictured. I bought them during a terrific sale for queen sized sheets and they even came in 2 days earlier. The fitted sheet pocket has more than enough room for the highest of mattresses. I have not washed them to tell if the lace holds up but it is not a flimsy lace and seems very secure along the top border. I am in the process of remodeling & hoping to find just the right comforter to match before I use them but I also ordered a neutral color I can use now and they look beautiful on my bed. I have not washed the neutral ones as of yet but if they should change in any way ( I hope not!) I will be back.

Pros: great value, exactly as pictured, arrived ahead of schedule, very soft, surprise -there is another set of pillow cases!
Cons: none so far