This was a risky buy for me as I wasn't sure if I would love the distressed look for my kitchen. We were doing a modern farmhouse, and I have many modern elements in the space so I felt I needed something rustic to tie everything together. My husband wanted something really distressed for the island area. I was afraid the fixture wouldn't go with the other black and gray elements in the space, but I was pleasantly WRONG. This is my favorite pendant!!! It ties everything together beautifully. I am amazed and so glad I bought it. It really gives my kitchen that authentic look that I wanted. Everyone thinks its a one of a kind piece.