This little tail is just precious! I just love it! I bought the white 12” option and it is exactly as pictured - no surprises. Actually, it looks much better in person. I will say this though, it is super light weight, so if you are placing it on a table in a high traffic area, I imagine you will be picking it up off of the floor quiet often. I am going to remedy this by having my husband drill a hole in the bottom and hot glue gun in a lead fishing weight. I have used this little trick on many wooden items that are taller and narrow and light weight - works like a charm.