This rug looks very true to the photo and feels great to the touch!  It has an interesting effect of showing the pattern more when viewed from certain directions and with certain lighting and at other times almost appears as a solid neutral.  This rug is also great for repelling stains!  Someone spilled a few drops of red wine on my rug, and it beaded right up.  I just dabbed the spots with a wet paper towel and there is no sign of staining!