I'm in love with this bench. I bought the matching set of black tufted side chairs as well, and they all complement each other perfectly. I have a very small living room and needed extra seating that wouldn't take up too much floor space and make the room impossible to navigate. This bench fit the bill perfectly. The velvet is soft and easy to clean, the legs are beautifully crafted (nicer in person than in the photos), and it can seat 2 large butts or 3 small butts with ease. I also love how versatile it is- with the black/natural wood color combo it would look great with any decor scheme, from formal living room to Shabby Elegance boudoir.  

Pros: great value, zero assembly, well crafted, versatile
Cons: would love more color options, packaging was a little tough