This item is absolutely beautiful. Came packaged securely but due to the height, the metal posts were a little crooked when we took them out of the box. Luckily, they are VERY sturdy and can be bent back out into place. Can't imagine they could have packaged it better, I think it's just the nature of the design. To be clear, they don't bend easily at all. Took some strength to make minor adjustments and now it's perfect!

Exact item was being sold at Anthropologie for $48. This is a great deal and was an amazing housewarming/birthday gift for my roommate.