shade is like on the picture. I like it. Tag is a bit irritating. But additional than this it's splendid, soft! - Karen Seyhan I approved this silk shawl in ivory for my daughter's wedding day, it shipped very promptly by Legend's, and I as well as my daughter were tickled it was was so soft and just enought shine to make it an elegant addendum to her wedding dress, austerely great!My daughter can't wait to use it on her wedding day. - Grandmom "Barb" 100% Silk Shawl in Fushcia (28"X78")