The color is a bit muddier than I would have preferred but is a good neutral. I would call this mushroom, not champagne. The price was excellent and, although I was uneasy about microfiber, so far it seems soft and good enough in quality. We'll see how it washes up and if things cling to it. I like the hand openings at the opposite end of the button closure, to enable you to arrange and fluff the duvet if it slips around. The little twill ties on the inside are also great to attach to the duvet and keep it anchored. Great ideas.