Would You Fake It?

I heart this rug, and so does Nate Berkus and his Assistant, Lauren Buxbaum…

Nate Berkus Assistant, Lauren Buxbaum’s Living Room via Brown Turtleneck Sweater as seen in Chicago Home and Garden.

Nate Berkus’ Apartment via So Haute.

So the question is, would you use Ikea’s version for a fraction of the price?

***Update: Pottery Barn has a cotton version for super cheap, but it looks like the 8′ x 10′ is sold out…