I love these chairs!  They were well packed and easy to assemble.  They're fairly lightweight but very sturdy and seem well manufactured.  They're, of course, velvety soft but also cushioned enough for a person with a bad back like mine to sit in for long periods of time.  The color was what I expected, too - more of an earth-toned gold than anything flashy.  A great value.  I am very happy with these chairs!