Recently purchased this sofa in Dark and the colour is VERY dark (bluish black, less charcoal grey), but am very happy with the purchase. The seats are medium firm and the back cushions are softer so you sink into the back but still feel supported from underneath. Also seems like cushions won't flatten too quickly and the frame won't give out from the bottom any time soon! Fabric texture is linen-like, so not soft/fuzzy like velvet, but still smooth, comfortable, and seems more durable. Seat cushions are attached to frame, but the back cushions are removable AND the covers on the back cushions can be taken off which was a pleasant surprise (so could be dry cleaned if needed). Overall extremely pleased with the sofa and would recommend provided you are looking for a DARK sofa (or if not, go for the light grey version instead).