The leather is more matte than it appears in the photo which is exactly what I was looking for. Very professional for our front office/lobby area. Sturdy but not so heavy that they can't be easily moved to rearrange a room. Would look great in a home as well. Shipping was crazy fast, arrived before their ETA. This item would get a 5/5 rating had they not been a nightmare to put together. Holes didn't match up and instructions were awful. However, despite the difficulty assembling them, I love them and am extremely happy with the purchase. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants their office to look very well put together!