We really love this set. The color (dried thyme) matched the photos. The feel is not overly soft but not rough either. Its a durable feel but still very comfortable. Has faded a little bit after a few washes but not anything out of the ordinary. Its also held up well to our cat. He likes to maniacally jump on the bed in the morning to wake us up and the cover shows no sign of claw marks. The photo was taken just after taking it out of the dryer after its third wash.