I was nervous about getting this rug due to a few low reviews stating it was rough and the fibers shed. I couldn’t disagree more! It is much softer under my feet than I expected, and aside from a few small pieces of natural fibers that were stuck on the rug when I unrolled it, it doesn’t seem to shed so far. It had a strong smell once I opened the package, but it went away quickly and was expected since the rug is made from natural fibers. The color is very pretty, and I think it fits perfectly in my space. I would definitely recommend this rug!