really loved this piece.   the smokey oak is a beautiful grey with a, sort of, woodgrain running through it.   I have grey walls and grey carpeting in my living room and this piece is a little lighter than both.  Perfect.  It stands out, but just a little.  Also, size was just right, not huge, and the height of the shelves I like also, enough room, height & depth to put a few nice pieces there.