This rug is described as beige, and although it mentions that colors may vary 'slightly' there is no beige (MW defined as a pale, sandy yellowish brown) in this rug. Both the gold and taupe (MW defined as dark shade of brown-gray) shades are significantly dark and cast almost a greenish undertone in low-light conditions such that you can hardly discern the pattern. Even with a spotlight shining on it, I struggled to confirm it was the pattern pictured. The quality was good and I otherwise would have appreciated the rug so I gave it two stars. Just be aware of the color.