This is pillow would be great for your 4th of July decor. The stripes are red and a very pale pink with stars scattered throughout. The material is batik, which gives the colors a richness that is hard to capture on camera. It will fit travel size pillows 20" in length, and 14" wide. It has a slip on type opening, and comes with instructions on how to insert the pillow. There are no zippers, buttons, or velcro.