I took off a star because of the tedious assembly!! So many pieces, so much time, and I hate the back part (it's the cheap cheesy flimsy material that you could accidentally bend and break). Other than that, the design and overall look is great. Even my mother approves of this piece. I don't have kids so I'm not concern with it not being anchored to the wall or anything. I am glad I purchased it instead of your run of the mill shoe storage.