Very pretty!!! Red is a true red. I was disappointed that there was no navy blue - this rug appears black to me- but to be honest, I read the description of so many rugs... that may have been a mistake on my part. I don't mind though. I purchased the 8'2" x 9'10" carpet, and am beyond happy. I unrolled it just enough to look at it since our floors aren't finished yet, but it was already claimed by one of the dogs. Guess its going to stay out!