I have been looking for an area rug for my living room for weeks! Finding a large, pretty, and soft rug at a decent price is hard to do...until now! This rug is absolutely beautiful!! It's true to the color posted on line, maybe a little brighter...more vibrant! The variety of color makes it very versatile! The rug does shed a bit, but hopefully that will subside after a few more rounds with the vacuum. When I was reading reviews and Q&A, I noticed a question regarding symmetry. The pattern on this rug is not symmetrical, but I don't consider that a con! I think it makes the rug beautiful and unique. If it was symmetrical it would look like your typical box store rug. Everyone that comes to our house comments on how beautiful the rug is! I receive more compliments on this rug than anything in our house!!