Just received this lovely comforter set and am thrilled that the items were exactly what I was expecting! The material is definitely cotton, and the pattern and color looked exactly like they were depicted on the website. When the set first arrived, it did have a distinct odor to it. As other reviewers have pointed it, I just let it air out for about 3 days and it was just fine. Overall, I am thrilled with the quality and value that this comforter set provides. Will definitely order this brand (and from Wayfair, of course) again!