OK...this lamp was highly hyped all over...and I really didn't know what to expect. I was interested in a colored one but just didn't want to wait 8-10 weeks and possibly be disappointed. So, I ordered the small Kartell at the same time I ordered this one. Well...I wish they allowed purchasing of different colored shades -- that would increase the versatility. I didn't know that this light comes with a rheostat, and THAT made all the difference. I can not adjust the light to give the right ambience for whatever mood I want. Without the rheostat, turning off 2 of the 3 bulbs do it. With the rheostat, it's easy to "dial down" the lamp and get the perfect amount of light. I debated a little lower rating, but no fault to Kartell. I would have loved a colored shade.