I initially purchased this dresser to be used in my nautical themed guestroom.  Presto, chango and I placed it in another bedroom that has a grey, white and pink theme.  I am now storing my summer clothes in it during winter storage, rather than in lugging storage bins in and out of the basement or garage.  The handles are not so deep when you grasp them, so ladies with long nails be extra careful ;)  As for the color, it is shabby chic white, with a beechwood type distress going on.  I think you'll love it!