We've searched high and low for stylish plug in light fixtures since our house is lacking hard wired ones in many rooms. This is a great addition to our dining area and fits the industrial look we're going for. I do think we'll have to purchase a second one to bring more light to the space since it's very open and there's not much to reflect off of. The lighting casts downwards (and not to the sides) on this fixture as the shade is very opaque.