It's a nice ottoman and like all the other reviews mention - it has a small blue thread running through the weave. The top is removable and has a large compartment for storage. At our house - it holds a couple of blankets. I have only one complaint... the storage compartment has a strong, weird smell. I've had to wash the blankets a few times, left it open to air out and added laundry fragrance beads. Other than that - it's perfect.