I always find the reviews helpful when I am considering a purchase so thought I would provide my feedback. Prior to this purchase, I had never ordered a piece of furniture on-line and was hesitant to do so. My main concern was not being able to see the color of the fabric in-person or feel the texture of the material. I was thrilled to find out that free sample swatches could be sent to me. I requested a few, considered several possibilities and then made my decision. My fears were assuaged and when I received my chair it was exactly what I had wanted.