The colors and oversize design on this rug are totally gorgeous. It is even more beautiful in person. When we first got it, it felt really nice, and over the last six months it has worn down a bit - the pile doesn't quite sit as high as it did. Also the high traffic areas are visibly a wee bit more worn than other areas. However, we bought the 8x11 for well under $200 on sale, and so I can hardly complain. It holds up at least as good if not better as I'd expect a rug at that price point to hold up, and the design and colors are so beautiful in person, it gets five stars from me.