The design we were looking for, at a better price than specialty stores.  We are using this as a rocker in our nursery, but will easily transition the chair throughout the house.  The light beige has a bit of a gray tone.  Cushion is firm, but comfortable! It was important for us to have a chair with a high enough back that both my husband I could rest our head while rocking the baby.  This chair does the trick! Arrived quickly, easy to assemble.