While the color of the rug is significantly lighter than pictured, this is a beautiful rug - I love the pattern and colors nonetheless, and I'm actually regretting not getting a larger size for my guest room, though the smaller one will support our kitchen table where we eat breakfast every morning, so I guess I'll see more of it! The quality is great in my opinion, and the pattern makes it a great choice for a high-traffic area where spills might happen. Very pleased with this purchase.