I purchased this for my guest room to use instead of a luggage rack. It arrived wrapped in a protective drawstring bag inside the shipping box.  The legs were easy to screw onto the base.  I was pleasantly surprised to find the inside fully lined to include 10 "pockets" along the perimeter for shoe storage, I presume.  The color was more of a cool gray which fit perfectly with my color scheme.  Very satisfied with this purchase.