We were looking for a nice rug that was also "girl friendly" for our formal dining room turned play room. :) They wanted something colorful and playful and I wanted something that wasn't too colorful since it is a visible so it was a challenge. After a few weeks of searching we came upon this and it's a "win-win!" It's colorful but in a subtle kind of way and it's both kid and adult friendly. The colors a little more muted than the photos but that was to be expected. We ALL love it.