Is this chandelier too fancy for our dining room?
We just purchased this chandelier from Overstock after I saw it in person in a local furniture store. I absolutely love it, but I'm just not sure if it's suited for our dining room. Our dining room table is more coastal and I'm just afraid it's a little too glamorous..flashy? for the area (living room is open right next to it.
Take in mind the picture on the wall is going down (possibly adding cathedral window pane) and the decor on the table will change. Will possibly add rug. Do you think with the right decor I can tie it all in together?
This is our living room right next to it. It's an open floor plan and there's a Florida room right next to the dining room too that will be remodeled.
Living room just got an update so I don't have a coffee table or throw pillows yet.
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bossyvossy
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5 years agoEmpire! I could not remember the name for this type of chandelier. Thanks! I have seen these inspo pics that looked pretty interesting.
OldGrayMare
5 years agoThis may be a little “outside the envelope”, but it’s definitely unique and gives off a coastal vibe. Round bulbs and maybe wrapped chains with some sort of flexible grass?
FJ
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katinparadise
5 years agoI agree that it's too small and a bit too formal for your space. If you're going for a coastal look, it's hard to beat a capiz shell chandelier, IMO.
lynartist
5 years agoOh I don’t know, I kind of like it. It’s just too new looking; but nothing some paint can’t fix! Then get another one cause you like it so much!
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5 years agoFJ
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoI just edited this post because I convinced my husband it needs to go. I'm just not happy with it in the room. The return has just been initiated and now I'm on the hunt once more. As far as decor, I really love window pane decor, especially cathedral. Will that work? Maybe two, or one in the middle and something different on both sides?
For centerpiece a few options that popped in my head are
* A centerpiece with green in it? topiary.
* Urn with green leafery and lemons.
* Clear vase with flowers
I'm not even ready to think about a rug yet lol.
A few pics, not actual options just to show you what I have in mind:

Robby
5 years agoFJ
5 years agolynartist
5 years agoFJ, I just use the tool on the Houzz app to insert things in your photo. I added these mirrors from Uttermost to your space. I think getting a different chandelier is a good idea at this point.
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PROBayberry Cottage
5 years agoThe chandelier itself looks too small, however if you added another or got a bigger size it might work. You would need to add a little more styling to your dining room to make it like the others posted though.
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