The color is not exactly what I expected, I thought it would be a navy that was a stronger blue, this has a bit of a grey undertone, a dusty blue. It’s very pretty, regardless. It is shaggy, quite fluffy, and soft. Minimal shedding noticed after vacuuming, still is not laying as flat as I’d like it too, but surly will in time. I think it’s okay without a rug pad, and that’s only because it is anchored under furniture, if not, it would slide around. Very happy with this selection!