I bought this chair in white and it is really classy looking. It's comfortable without being too squishy and doesn't feel like plastic or anything. No weird smells either. The only issue I have is that because of the buttons, there is one placed right in the middle where you sit and when weight is placed on it, the cushion goes away but the button remains so you sort of feel it. But it glides on the floor nicely and feels sturdy and well built.  I'd recommend this as a beautiful occasion chair used while you pay some bills. I don't know that I'd recommend it for sitting hours on end.