I was hoping that the actual colors would be a little closer as depicted (more purple), but I also didn't have false expectations since the rug's colors were listed as teal/cobalt and a number of reviews with posted images revealed variations of blue. I guess I was leaving it up to chance that this type of rug's colors might vary from production and I might end up with one more like the depicted one. Other than that, it is a great rug with attractive, vibrant colors, nonetheless. Very quick shipping - I received it one day earlier than expected.