Looks just like it did in the pic, if not better..very sturdy and high quality, and very easy to assemble...my daughter loves it..I don't think I'll ever buy a bed out of the store again..This was so easy...and Hassel free..and this was one of 3 beds that i bought. I also bought two loft beds for my two sons along with this one, all looked better than the online photos..purchased, delivered, assembled, just that easy!!!