We have loved using these barstools in our kitchen and have received several compliments on them. 
They are super comfortable especially with the reclining back rest, and the fabric has held up well in the months that we have owned them. Our cat is a large fan as well and spends a leisurely portion of her day napping in one of them. 
The hair is easily vacuumed off and is not a hassle to remove. 

The finish is a nice grey that will go with most anything and the cream fabric has a texture that has some similarities to velvet. So far, it is maintaining a good elasticity and there has been no stretching or imprinting.