lighter color

Middle one

I like the lighter one, too. Doesn't the swivel make it easier to get in to and out of the chair?

no black, no iron. middle one seems to work the best.

personally I'd choose a woven loom chair. would be beautiful w/your stone. however, they're quite pricey.

Lighter chair in the middle. Really likes the suggestions above

Lighter for sure! I love your countertop!

Honestly, I think they are all wrong. I like what Beth suggested, something softer, lighter color with texture.
Might want to check your lighting as well, your cabinets read green, but it might just be the photo or my phone.

Thanks so much! The lighter ones with texture are nice but I have small kids so was thinking I need to stick with leather/leather substitute so it’s easy to clean.

your current choices are too dark, and too heavy feeling.

think about doing the stools. much easier to care for and will look less heavy.

or try chairs like this. woven leather. you can wipe a stain proof spray over the leather. these can be found for under 200

Target had these:

I think the middle one looks great — I really like that style.

The middle one, but one below has a slightly less bulky feel. $275 for the set and comes in 3 colors.

https://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/LumiSource-Margarite-Bar-Stool-Set-of-2/24238403/product.html?TID=Prod%3APin_Friend&epik=dj0yJnU9Q1BPZGZoM1JnX1RGRE1YcjdCVW04QTlHNWY0QW9MQTAmcD0wJm49SHVKZG50dFRpdjBpVlgzdnVoYklsUSZ0PUFBQUFBR0NQQktB&utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest

What is your style(s), OP? What room connects to this one? I didn’t want to post any other suggestions without knowing that.

Our style is traditional/transitional. The kitchen is not open to anything but there is an eat-in area with basic wood table and chairs. It connects to our foyer and formal dining room.

Ooohh, love that door! Old house?

After seeing more, I still vote on the middle one. Good-looking and practical for kids. Heavy and solid is a good things regarding barstools and kids!

And brown is a great color in there.

Yes, it’s an 1897 Victorian!

While none of these would be my choices, of the 3 shown I like what you have now best! The swivel is a great feature to have especially for kids, and it takes the least amount of space as you dont need to "pull out" the chair to get in. The middle chair is accentuating the yellow of the kitchen and the dark one apart from the outdated back is made of bonded leather that will peel off with repeated use.

As far as recommending new ones here a couple of practical choices easy to clean

The first choice is also an adjustable height which is great to have

Thank you! The problem with the swivel is it bangs into the counter. We have little clear plastic buttons to prevent damage but the noise of the banging is annoying!

Understood! The first choice above is a soft material that will avoid that!

Not sure if you have any other colors in your kitchen but going to share some options that are with and without colors so you can tie in accordingly.

Cross Back Bar Stool in Medium Oak · More Info

Offex Dark Antique Wood Cross Back Barstool With Cushion · More Info

Hercules Series Dark Antique Wood Cross Back Barstool · More Info

Beechwood Mountain Cross Back 30" Wooden Bar Stool in Mahogany · More Info

Avignon Slipcover Bar Stool, Natural Linen · More Info

Hannah Velvet Stools (Set of 2), Navy · More Info

Some more

Safavieh Norah Barstools, Set of 2, Dark Taupe · More Info

Lyon 26" Counter Height Barstool, Performance Fabric, Copper Bisque · More Info

Gianna 26" Mid-Century Modern Counter Stool, Walnut/Cream Faux, Set of 2 · More Info

LumiSource Ariana 26" Counter Stool, Walnut and Beige, Set of 2 · More Info

(On a totally different subject....Your Kitchenaid mixer is to die for!!!!!!!!! ❤️)

You may have already ordered something, but I came across these and thought of you:

https://www.jossandmain.com/furniture/pdp/bronte-wickerrattan-bar-counter-stool-j000208945.html

I think the style fits well with your home. I love how charming and antique-looking they are, lots of character. :)

Sounds like a good plan! And they look perfectly fine.

I prefer the tan, which goes fairly well with the counter material and looks very comfortable.