Perfect for a bedside table! It's casual and a bit rustic and I love it. If you're looking for something fancy or elegant, this is NOT it. That's not what I wanted. Lots of personality and character as well as being very practical with shelves. Very versatile and would look good in any room. Assembly was a snap. No assembly instructions were included but it was easy and self explanatory and took me about ten minutes. Also, it's lightweight and easy to move or carry. I like it so much, I'm thinking about buying another to use somewhere else.