The colors are the first thing I noticed as it was vital the new rug matched my existing decor; it's a perfect match! I haven't unwrapped it yet. It's going into storage until our big move next year. Being an indoor/outdoor rug, it should be perfect for a home in the tropics that will need to stand up to high humidity. I chose this rug primarily for the colors and durability. I'm thinking of getting the smaller size for the future screened porch.