It is like shown BUT no matter how many times I vacuum a week it sheds. We've had this rug a year and its terrible. My almost 10 month old is crawling and I have to keep him clear as this rug ends up everywhere and then in his mouth. It also hasn't worn very well for $350 price tag.

Pros: color as shown and design. looks pretty from afar
Cons: SHEDS, enough said.