The color is perfect because it is off-white, not beige. The metal legs are a very nice, true gold color that is not yellow or brassy. The bench is well-constructed an attractive style. The seat itself is very firm, not soft at all. This is fine for us because we didn't really get it for sitting but rather for laying our comforter on at night so it's not on the floor. Overall, it's a very nice looking, stylish, sturdy bench.