It is always wonderful to receive something ordered online where the colors look exactly like the photo. The colors are accurate and vibrant and the pattern is crisp. It is soft and really seems to be resisting my kittens attacking it with their claws. The only surprise was that the tassels are much longer and thicker than I had imagined. They're 4 3/4" long and 1/2" thick, personally I would have preferred a more delicate look. Still, it is a gorgeous, high-quality rug. ds