I was a little hesitant to buy a rug online but this had good reviews. The photos posted by previous customers really helped a lot, since those provide the context of showing the rug in a real house. 

This rug has a lovely, velvety feel. I was surprised by how soft and silky it is. As other reviewers have noted, it is thin. You will need to buy a rug pad, and not just a skimpy non-slip thing. Go for at least a 3/8" pad to provide cushioning. The colors and pattern are just as pictured. It's a lovely compromise -- enough color and pattern to provide visual interest to a room, but still subtle enough that it doesn't dominate. 

We bought the 9x12 but were so happy with it that we went back online and bought the 8x11 as well for an adjoining room.

/* Edited to add: We've had both rugs for about a month now and I'm so in love with them. Quite soft and lovely for the price. They add so much color without being overwhelming. */