The bench is really pretty. I have it in the gray color, and I would describe it as a light dove gray. It has a warm undertone that really works with everything. (Gray or beige) The material is smooth, not linen. In the attached picture I show it with a pure white pillow on it for reference. The size is great, deeper than many others I’ve seen which is great. Leaves about 6-8” of space on each side of it when placed at the foot of a king bed. I took one star off for quality. I think it’s average quality but when you move it or sit on it, the legs make a cracking sound. I’m not sure how long it will last...