This stool (ordered in red) is very stylish. It's surprisingly comfortable. The best part is that for the counter height, the back doesn't go above the counter (a look i was keen to maintain.) As a previous reviewer noted, the red color is very much an orange-red, which i think is more contemporary vs. a more traditional red. The stool feels sturdy, but it is very light. So, if you're looking for a robust-feeling stool, this isn't it. I won't be able to fully use the stools until moving to a new house in a few weeks. I plan to update my review once we've lived with these a while.