First impression? The red chenille bed runner arrived looking even richer in color than the product photos. It's like adding a velvet ribbon to my bed – instant elegance.

The texture is where it really shines. The chenille material is thick yet breathable, with a subtle plushness that makes me want to run my hands over it constantly. No scratchy synthetic feel here.

Practical bonus: It stays perfectly flat on my queen-size bed (240x50cm size) without sliding around. The weight is substantial enough to stay put but light enough for easy washing. Speaking of which – survived its first machine wash without fading or pilling.

Design tip: I layered it over crisp white bedding as shown in some reviews, and the color pop is stunning. Also works beautifully draped diagonally across the foot of the bed for a hotel-luxe look.

Minor note: Like one reviewer mentioned, the underside is a slightly lighter shade (not gray like their blue version though). This only shows if the edges flip, which rarely happens with proper placement.

Final verdict: At this price point, the quality exceeds expectations. It transformed my basic IKEA bed into something Pinterest-worthy. Already planning to get the gold version for seasonal rotations!