Looked at reviews yes item does come in original packaging but realistically UPS gave it to me it’s not like they’re going to leave it on my doorstep. The ladder is gorgeous it’s sleek it’s slim and yes it doesn’t have rubber grips but there is ridges so it’s not like you’re just going to slip and fall off the ladder.... only downfall I would say is price I did suck it up and buy it do I regret it no not even in the slightest. If you have the money to buy it by it it’s cute it’s worth it