I was hesitant to order this bed fearing the purple might look cheap. Rest assured it is a beautiful deep shade not quite as dark as eggplant, but beautiful. I used a Behr paint for an accent area around the bed called Darkest Grape which complements the bed nicely. The quality is great and it was easily put together in a couple hours. After sleeping on it for a couple weeks I am more than satisfied. It is very sturdy and easily supports my box spring and heavy memory foam mattress.