I am very happy with this headboard.  The velvet is a true navy blue (not midnight blue, but not too purple).  The padding is very nice.  The headboard construction is a frame, with the padding and fabric mounted over it.  (It has simple fabric on the back to cover up the frame.) This results in a much lighter weight product than if the frame was a solid board.  The upside is that I was able to install my new king-size headboard myself, because I could lift it into place by myself.  The downside is that it might be vulnerable to damage if mis-handled, but mine arrived in perfect condition.  I would definitely purchase again.