The white is a perfect color. Not so completely stark white that it looks cheap. Almost has the absolute slightest amount of cream undertones as possible. Not sure how else to describe it. It just warms it up the tiniest amount. However, I have it sitting next to stark white curtains and there’s no clashing between the colors, so if you’re looking for white white I still think this would work. It’s a little more on the girl side but starting to soften up after a few weeks. The arm rests are also a little lower but that doesn’t bother me at all, just something to be aware of. Moves smoothly. No squeaking or weird sounds.