This carpet is beautiful. The color is as pictured- the background is a beautiful shade of grayish blue. I was hoping that the height is a little lower but even at 2/3 inch it is still fine; I purchased a large 8x11 carpet, an oval one 6x4 and a runner for the stairs and the carpets are in high traffic area. I love the look and the plush feel of this stunning 100% wool carpet. And it sheds very little. I highly recommend. Grab it till it lasts.