Well made and the blue color I purchased is a medium soft aqua blue. Will go nicely with all watercolors. The storage area is deep and should hold several blankets depending on the size. The size of this ottoman was perfect for my needs in a guest bedroom. The only issue I have is that the seating area is on the hard side. But how long does anyone sit on these unless youre using it for extra seating. If I had the space, I would buy another one. A great purchase!