The desk is a very pretty color. The picture is pretty true to the actual color. The wood is a little soft, but most kid furniture that is like that. My only reason for not giving 5 stars is because it is advertised as a 28" writing desk. This desk is no where near 28". From end to end the desk is 36". I even measured just the desk and it was over 28". I was a bit discouraged because I had bought this for a small space. But overall the desk is really nice. I was able to fit it in a different place and my kids love it.