The color is stunning - a deep, bold wine shade of red. It’s a gorgeous couch for a sitting room or living area where you’re looking for something more structured. It’s not a comfy, lounge-type of couch, but very comfortable for sitting and entertaining. It ships in two boxes and I was able to put it together on my own. However, the back piece is hard to get in on your own, so it definitely would be helpful to have a buddy! Not impossible, though. Great piece!