As advertised
So a couple of things:  1.  Yes the odor was present.  Its clear they are using some natural or different than US tanning for the leather.  My kids and wife all noticed and didn't like it.  Today (24 hours later and post wipe down, no issues)  2.  I used Meguiar's leather cleaner and in two seconds conditioned the leather and cleaned it, simply spray it on and wipe it down.  I had laying around for my car, can be found at any car parts store.  (3)  I found it hysterical, I thought I was just buying your standard Amazon re-seller item.  This item traveled from Rabad Morocco, to Casblanca, Morroco, to Paris (yes France) to Brussels, to Barcelona, to Miami, to Cincinnati, to Tennessee, then to my house.  I got the item in under 5 days and way ahead of the estimate via DHL.  The quality is very good, the zipper is solid.  I ended up trying several things to stuff it, started w/ chopped memory foam that we had.  I realize most wouldn't have this just laying around, it was a bad idea anyways provided little support if someone sat on it, just compressed.  I use it as a footstool, but if someone needs a quick seat in my small space makes a good quick seat.  Then small beads which we had from an old bean bag chair and can be bought at hobby lobby.  I made a mess putting them in there as they are light and go everywhere, but is the best solution.  I tried putting old clothes in but made it heavy and no softer.  Item really is a nice accent piece.  Compared to the others I have seen (including target, others on Amazon) this is a very nice piece for $100 and looks/feels like it is crafted to last forever.  I thought the leather, piping, and look were the highest end.  I bought the 18 X 18 and works perfect for my space and as an ottoman for my small couch in my office.  p.s. the third pic is out of the packaging and yet to be filled.
Rating: 5 stars