I was looking for a comfortable yet stylish bar stool. I would say they fill the shoes. I felt they were a little pricey and did notice that the plastic on the bottom of the feet has started to slip. I dont know if replacement pieces are available but I would certainly say they are needed. I have not had them long and would guess that down the road, the little plastic pieces will be gone and the flooring will get scratched. Had I known I may have searched for a different style base.