I read the reviews prior to purchasing and obviously expected the variation in color. Although, i wasn't prepared for there to be any black (lots of black speckles). The creamy tan color is stunning! The dark black speckles have a few areas that fade to almost a charcoal color. The rug doesn't match the room I planned on using it for - although it's so gorgeous.... not sure I want to return. Thinking of using it in the office. It is so soft and a great size!

Pros: Looks fantastic!
Cons: Due to the extreme difference in color variation it doesn't work in the room I needed it for.