Beautiful soft fabric, a little more blue on my computer screen.  It is like a dark grey denim which is neutral.  Contrary to the description, the seat cushion is not removable.  Easy to recline and close.  The only negative is that the back  is a little bit more angled that I would have liked but I will certainly get used to it.  Quality construction, very sturdy.  I had ordered 2 of these chairs and, unfortunately, received them on 2 different days.  Apparently there was a problem with one of the delivery codes.