I took a chance on this lamp simply because it was the closest to what I needed.  I wasn't a huge fan of the style, but liked the color and the overall height.  Boy am I glad I bought this!!!  I can't picture anything else in the space.  The lamp is simply so elegant.  It lights up my whole room and really makes the little nook my favorite spot in the whole house!  I was a little concerned that it was plastic up at the top, but you really can't tell.  I'm seriously considering buying a few more to scatter throughout the house in darker areas!