After debating on this for weeks, I finally bit the bullet and purchased this ottoman.  I absolutely love this purchase! We bought the charcoal gray, but it really does have a slate blue tinge to it.  That was okay with me as I was going for the blue gray effect in my room.  It is quite substantial and is holding up well to the point I am considering buying a second for another room in the house.  Would definitely purchase again and we've gotten a lot of compliments on it. If you are in doubt, go for it, you won't be disappointed!