This sofa is beautiful and comfortable, and the blue is a really nice shade of blue that's on the light side of medium with navy running through it.  It's a little brighter than depicted so that it is lively but not loud.  However, we have had this sofa for about two months and the fabric is pilled on the seat, and parts of the arms and back.  We have two small children who are normal, active kids, but they don't abuse the furniture.  The sofa has also been covered for more than half the time.  We could also feel the frame through the padding on the arms immediately.  A pity, because as far as looks go, it's 5 star and exactly what we were looking for.  

Pros: Great color. Beautifl lines. Comfortable.
Cons: cheap fabric! cheap padding!