At first I didn't think I was going to like my rug, as the blue color is very muted.  Seen from a low angle - the way rugs are viewed most often - it's almost a steel gray. (Note that the colors in most of the photos that are posted are richer/darker than the actual rug. )  But it's grown on me because it makes a nice background that doesn't shout at you.  If you're really finicky about color, be aware that the brown outlines are quite dark...I'd describe them as mahogany. The only reason I'm giving the rug 4 stars is that it sheds like crazy.  Be prepared to have your vacuum full to the brim every time you clean it.  My hope is that the shedding will diminish with time.