The scale is perfect for a woman, the depth and height of the seat cushion is a great ratio for sitting up. The sloped arms are really ideal for leaning back with throw pillow to read. And the density of the foam is firm but soft enough to be really comfortable. The lift allows for easy vacuuming underneath to keep tidy. And the upholstery design and seams are neat and trim. The only issue I had with this was that it was much darker than I thought. The fabric is made of indigo and dark navy threads which turn a lovely dark sapphire in any but the most direct light. It is actually a beautiful color and texture, just much darker than the rest of my decor. It only shows the softer blue of the pictures in the middle of the day. I would suggest positioning it in your room so it is not backlit.