These stools are a pretty great value for their price. They're not elegant or top-of-the-line by any means, but for being a bar stool, they're sturdy, comfortable, and look nice. The blue does have a denim look, but in a classy way... not like you just cut up some jeans and upholstered a bar stool with them. They do depress very slightly when adults sit on them, but not all the way down. Overall, I'm very happy with this purchase given the price!