This custom personalized pillow is perfect for so many occasions! What's the perfect occasion for you? If you decide to add the date, it can be just the year like pictured, or a full date that can be written anyway you would like, such as January 6, 1999, 1. 6.1999 or 01/06/99 for example. I will customize it just the way you want! Just let me know in the notes to featherhen how you would like it to appear! I will have it read as you type it. Cream cotton fabric, which is light cream with flecks of brown, tan, black running through it. These variations are normal for this fabric. Insert included. Would you like to add back sided printing? add this to your cart too! https://www.etsy.com/listing/150418627/back-sided-printing-on-pillow-cover?click_key=bd7aae2d3367b494f336ce5872a5165b97d488de%3A150418627&click_sum=837040b5&ref=shop_home_active_2&pro=1&frs=1&sts=1 Cover made for 16x16 insert. Finished size is smaller than 16x16. Back with envelope closure or zipper closure when available. Printing black with blue anchor. Spot clean, air dry, iron reverse or dry clean to maintain vibrant color. pillows may have a distressed appearance, this makes your pillow one of a kind! When ordering, please specify the initials & date wanted, if any as well as any special requests or in the notes to Featherhen section. Other couple pillow options: https://www.etsy.com/listing/123330091/personalized-pillow-ampersand-monogram?ref=related-5 https://www.etsy.com/listing/158695221/personalized-pillow-famous-couples?ref=shop_home_active Fabric may vary due to supply availability, causing slight variations in shade and/or weave. Cover closure may vary between envelope closure & zipper. Turn around/ time to make this item is 3-5 business days. This is the time to get your item out the door & on its way to you! Personalized Pillow, Anchor Pillow, For Him, Cotton Anniversary, 2nd Anniv., Nautical Gift, Couple Anniversary Boating