POLY & BARK Essex Sofa in Full-Grain Semi-Aniline Italian Tanned Leather in Midnight Blue

Beautiful leather couch. Definitely worth the money.
Overall I love this couch. It had been sitting in my cart for quite some time as I’ve been gathering items for a living room makeover. Recently it went on sale for around $1400, so I decided to go ahead and buy it. I had a lot of trepidations about buying such an expensive and large item without actually sitting on it first. But I’m glad I made the jump.Here are my key takeaways (neither Pros or Cons as everyone’s preferences differ). I’ve only had the couch for a couple weeks now, so take this with a grain of salt…-Its quite firm. From the cushions to the arm and back rest. I was expecting this though, and I’m sure that the cushions will loosen up a bit over time.-Compared to some other reviews, I did not find any issues with the stitching or any other constructed aspects. Maybe I just got lucky.-The angle in which you’ll sit is going to be rather upright. I wouldn’t say an absolute 90 degree angle, buts its close. The frame of the couch is build in a manner that positions the cushions at a slight angle, so that does increase the angle at which you’ll sit. If I had to guess, I’d say you’ll sit at approximately 95 degree or so, give or take.-I wouldn’t recommend this couch if you’re looking for something that more plush and conducive for to being an absolute couch potato.-Adding an ottoman/ chaise lounge or some other type of footrest makes for a very comfortableseated/ lounge position.-The leather itself is very nice. It is REAL full grain leather. I am very impressed with the quality and feel of the leather. Educate yourself on the different types of leather or “leather” products.-The natural grain of the leather is beautiful and leather has a pleasant natural scent. Very very subtle… as it should be.-The leather will scratch with day to day use. Duh. That is normal. If you have pets or other rambunctious humans roaming around your house, I wouldn’t recommend this couch if scratches will bother you.-Assembly was straightforward and easy. Unbox, attach the legs, done.-Delivery was seamless and the two gentlemen that delivered it was very professional.-The packaging was thick robust cardboard and the couch itself was well protected and delivered without damage. The hardest part was of the whole thing was breaking down the cardboard box so it would fit in the recycling bin. For the environmentally conscience, I was very happy to find that the packaging didn’t consist of a any Styrofoam, only some sheets of protective foam.The only thing I’d change about the couch is that I wish there was just a little more padding in the arms and back.If I encounter an issue, I’ll try to update this review accordingly.

Absolutely beautiful leather sofa
This sofa is absolute quality. At first, I was nervous about buying a leather sofa on Amazon, but as soon as I received it, I knew the quality was there. It’s gorgeous. I don’t understand where people are saying that this couch is not comfortable, because my whole family agrees that this sofa is absolutely comfortable and is usually the choice between this sofa and a tweed one that I matched it with. I love it!Customer service could not have been better as well. Good job, Amazon. Poly and Bark is my new furniture go-to.

Beautiful, High Quality Leather
The Essex in black is perfect. Low back makes it visually smaller but plenty of room to stretch out. Very firm seat. Leather is as high quality as my sofa that cost 4x as much. Was packaged well. No complaints!