This headboard is a really good value. I ordered in the cream or off-white color. The fabric is sort of a variegated oatmeal color in person. It does not look cheap at all (which I feared given the price). I like that the headboard sort of wraps around on the corners, so it is not just a flat piece. A couple of caveats-- 1) the cream color is not nearly as tall as the photo of the blue color. The upholstered part of the headboard that actually shows above the mattress is pretty short. Pay attention to the measurements. (2) The upholstered portion extends only about as far as the top of your mattress and then it's just legs to the floor. Not a problem if you have solid nightstands but might be something to keep in mind if the sides will be visible. (3) On mine, the nailhead trim is uneven around the top curve. I am OK with it given the price, but if you are picky, this will bother you.