I have been looking for a tree like the one my mother had for many years. They have recently come back into style and you can find them almost anywhere, except, they look cheaply made and the bottom or base of the tree aren't appealing. I thought this would be the same but for the price, it was worth it! when I received the package and opened the box, I was pleasantly surprised! This tree is big, beautiful, and very similar to the one we had in my home growing up.