That's me too. Usually I'm browsing to make recommendations to someone else, but I can't tell you how many times I've eyeballed a $3000 or even more expensive chandelier.

Lol well not to worry, I don't have my heart set on that fixture. It was just encouraging to me to see something different that I liked and had potential.

Just wanting something to clearly appeal to me. :)

I have been updating some of the lighting in my home. It amazes me the difference in price for nearly identical fixtures.

Here is one. It is $140 on Amazon and $519 at Rejuvenation.

Here is another example, albeit not as similar in looks as the one above but pretty darn close. $66 on Amazon and $180 at World Market.

Well take heart! I have a knack for picking expensive lighting too but then again you get what you pay for style wise! That is a very stylish fixture but I’m not sure it’s all that practical in a kitchen though! I’m not sure how much you cook but I’m pretty sure in my kitchen I would have to replace that very attractive shade in a year or two and I’m guessing its$$$!

I just thought it was so attractive but I totally agree about impractical. That first one friday posted is really nice- but a tad too different for me. Lovely though and what crazy pricing differences!!!

Still hoping to see something that calls my name, is practical, and not pricey. A girl can dream.

A couple criteria for you as you "search". Don't pick any fabric shade since kitchens have oils and oils collect dust. Glass and metal easiest to clean. Fixtures that hang from chains are easier to position properly. What is your ceiling height over the island?? What "style" do you have going on? Do you have wiring installed? If so, how many junction boxes? For that size width of island, you only need one light fixture, with one ceiling plate and then some have slender, lights. So, as you know, loads of choices. Help us narrow the "field" with more info.

The ceiling is 8 feet over the island. (at the other end of the kitchen, over the dining area and table it is a sloped higher one with skylights. I am toying with a fixture there over the table but currently have track lighting there which works well).

I am having recessed lighting (maybe not using the right words) and electrician is doing the wiring so not too worried about boxes etc.

I would either go with 2 smallish pendants or one larger. For practicality reasons, I see the appeal of the open lantern types.

My taste is haha all over the place but really pretty traditional/ transitional.

Like for an example re faucets, I like Kohler Artifacts , Delta Cassidy and Moen Brantford.

Previously had Delta Leland in my old house and liked it just want something different. Just to give ideas because I feel they show my style.. (and not sure of finish. probably chrome or stainless. but for hardware, I might consider gold)

OK, that helps. Let me look around for you. bbl

Given the size of your island I would choose an open look. See if any of these appeal. I can give you source if any peak your interest.

I definitely love the open look. I like all of them, except possibly for the top left ( a little too different for me but it is stunning). Those are the right feel; I hope the sizes and $ are good too.

Top right is Evangeline 6 light (Wayfair) $409.99
Bottom right is Finch (Birch Lane) $281.00
Bottom left is Cavana 6 (Birch Lane) $600.00. Also available from Wayfair a dollar cheaper! In case you have credit in either source.

Ummm... do we get to see a photo of your space????

Haha! Lynartist that’s no fun!!

I haven't had the demo done yet. :)

BC (Before Corona) I was told the cabinets would be received the week of March 16. They are made in USA so on worries about the tariffs and such, but still many states away. Last week, I was half joking saying that it was possible that there would be a glitch due to Corona, and figure it might add a week. Who knows at this point.

I can't really show a photo that would help much because it's going to change considerably.

I love the Cavana BUT it's too big and reading the reviews, the color is wonky.

I do like the Finch one, has potential. I do like Evangeline, but might be too much in 8 ft ceiling?

Since looked them up on Wayfair and its families, while looking I came across this one which I wonder about (I would use 2 ).It is Blewitt

and then this one I had saved from months ago. It caught my eyes but always a but-- not sure about the glass and grease etc and it's also only in dark finish but what do you think?

Westminster

Each of these, I would use 2.

Do you think one larger fixture like you showed is better?

I would avoid clear glass. Shows dust faster and more difficult to clean. I prefer the single one just because it is more interesting and different than pendants. So pretty much personal decision.

If you have an architectural salvage in driving distance i would start visiting regularly...especially if there is one located in a high end area..we visited one in the bay area in our build and found barely used items at a small percentage of cost...in these areas when people buy a home in these areas they tear everything out even if much of it was installed new for re-sale....chandeliers an light fixtures are the first to go

I liked the one YOU picked. Just get it....;0)

I picked so many - which one do you mean? :)