They are much thicker looking and less refined than the picture. They look like they are made out of a thin basket material, but the "wicker" is actually a 1/2" thick. So imagine ordering what you think will be a fine gauge sweater, like merino or cashmere and what you receive is an ultra chunky knit with 1/2" thick wool instead. It's not bad, it's just not what you thought it would be. That being said, they seem well made, sturdy and like they will last. They also do not have any strange basket smell, that many, many baskets have.