I love the elegant look, the fact that it's not a slouchy sofa and is a bit stiff but perfect for my needs in a living room.  The velvet material is beautiful.  I was a little scared when I first saw the box because it appeared to be quite small but once I unwrapped it and put the feet on, it was perfect - not too big, not too small.  I wish now that I had bought two to face each other!  Very, very happy!