I wanted a sofa whose seat didn't require cushions behind my back and was high enough off the ground so I could get up easily.  Not only does this sofa do all that, but I didn't count on the number of compliments I get as soon as anyone...friends, handymen, delivery people ... see it!  It is just such a beautiful shade of denim blue that it makes my living room look more elegant, warm and charming, and I can get up with no hands!