It is every bit as classy as pictured. We got the dark grey. Love it!! Very elegant looking. It made my whole living room feel a million times more classy. Super easy to assemble - did it all by myself without any difficulty. Each piece fits snugly into place without any forcing. The back and arms are very firm - I anticipate this will endure the beating my young boys will give it over the coming years. We can't give this couch enough praise.