Very pleased with my recent purchase of this duvet set.  The colour was exactly as illustrated in the picture, which I had read other comments saying it was more blue than the picture.  My experience is the colour is dead on.  The fabric is a bit stiff right now, but after a washing, I would imagine it to soften up.  I have two dogs that sleep on the bed, so was looking for a duvet that can handle the daily dog traffic, hide potential dirt and still look fashionable....I feel this duvet covers off all these requirements!