Personally I would prefer solid black The stripe one is pretty , but could get busy with that many bulbs to cover.

Here's another I like from a site called www.onthebrightside.com. There prices are really good, too.

The carpeting on our stairs is in the same red family.

If you do shades, I’d do cream. Although, I do love Mtn’s idea of an animal print.

Like Bunny said, you could change the sleeves ... and new bulbs, too. I like this refresh:

Was posting at same time ... I like those with red!

My sister-in-law recently added shades to a chandelier like yours. She found some black that are lined with gold that are beautiful. Dresses up her dining room. The black is silk, the gold may be parchment?

It also comes in black with gold. I sort of think that might be too much gold

I'm a big fan of dark accents. Have you thought about a dark metal, instead of gold colored? Chandeliers can be spray painted...

One more wrench. Someone on Craigslist (near me,) is selling 16 cream-colored shades in the exact size I want for $50. I need 10 for the foyer and six for the dining room. Hard to say no to that.

I would raise the chandelier and replace the settee no one uses with a table and lamp.

Hard to tell, but the color of those on CL looks uneven ish.

I think toile may look informal for an entry. Gold lining won't read too gold; but it creates lovely light.

I like the refreshed light Jinx shared, but I also like the shades. If you do shades, I'd go with a color, something that grabs attention. I love gold lining in a light shade, so my vote would be the black/gold.

I understand this is the only light in the foyer, but I think the light would look better if it were hung a little higher. Go for fun shades.

I want to see more of your house please! What a lovely sneak leak you have given me! I like the black with gold but the Craig’s listing does seem like serendipity.

I wonder if Square shaped shades would look too modern.? That's what I would try. Maybe something with a black stripe.

I’ve jumped down, skipping replies to shout, ‘nooo!’ I have your chandelier and Also felt it was dated...and yet...It’s solid brass and goes with my traditional home. Then I spotted it’s twin in a designers home featured in a designer’s blog I subscribed to: L.B. ( heard we’re not allowed to use her name here?) I hope these pics work. The last one is mine dressed for the holidays.

I just read all replies and glad to see there is not a chorus of “ get a new one!!” I have shades, but took them off seversl years ago as thought it looked fresher, more currant and less formal. I have fun dressing mine up for parties using real greenery , autumn leaves, tiny faux blossoms , berries, ribbons, hanging valentines etc. can’t do that with shades. Just my thoughts.

One more: a fav for autumn, though can’t see much. TG here, I think?

Not a fan of the shades, they always look like they need to be straighten up...just saying. Looks fine like it is, the new bulb idea is what I would do.

Martinca, love your holiday look! Yes, I’m a big fan of LB, too. ;)

I like shades, but you said this was an important source of light for the foyer, so black shades would make it much darker. How about something like these?

https://www.amazon.com/YISUN-Chandelier-5-5-inch-Burgundy-Transparent/dp/B07DHHST1P/ref=asc_df_B07DHHST1P/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309805330052&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7892379649878285716&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003434&hvtargid=pla-595360216696&psc=1

Hijack: Annie, I must have that fixture. Do you know where it’s from?

Never mind, found it!

I have black and gold shades on my ornate chandy and still like them. Only occasional tweaking needed.

Of all those posted I like the black paper shades lined in gold the best. Making sure the clip on your chandelier bulb is a snug fit is the key to shade stability. As you put each shade on, pinch the clip with pliers if it isn’t tight enough.

I have these shades from Shades of Light and they are a little pricey but beautifully made and elegant. The band at the bottom in a bronze/gold.

Wayfair also has a good selection of styles and patterns. I think the CL shades look just a little tired, which seems counterproductive to your goal.

To add on to kswl’s comment, make sure your light bulbs don’t have the curved tip, but are the standard oval shape. You might also look into changing the bulbs to a high wattage equivalent LED in a cooler temperature (3000K-3500K) with a CRI over 90. (Did your eyes just cross reading all that? Mine did typing it!!)

If you want some in person, professional help, take a picture of your room and fixture to the lighting store in Frazer on Lancaster Ave/Hwy 30 and call ahead to get Janice. She is the owner and is a great help with lighting needs and should have the shades you need in stock. No horse in the race, but have used her many times and found her very helpful.

Lizbeth, I’ve worked with Janice before and think she is amazing. One of the few places left, (aside from rug dealers) that insist you take things home to try before buying. Really love that store!

Also, jinx you weren’t wrong. My original goal was to find a different chandelier. But for the meantime now based on all of your input, I’m going to concentrate on the shades instead. Not sure about the settee as my DH now tells me he likes it there and uses it.

I love your settee ... I say if we can’t do animal print chandy covers, let’s get an animal print pillow on it. 😁

Update: I ended up buying the 16 shades for $50. They are silk and are well made. The color also seems consistent in person. Six went to my DR chandelier which had too-small shades that always looked like silly top hats. The rest went to the foyer as a place holder for now. I think they look decent.

Reminder, before:

After:

Of course now I see a little wonkiness in the shades but I will go after it with a level tomorrow. Jinx, I adore the chandeliers you posted and am saving them for the point when enough time has passed for me to replace my mistake dining room one. ( it’s only been 2.5 years. I either have to wait a bit longer or pray for a Phantom of the Opera moment.

PS - note DH’s pile of junk on the settee. I guess he does use it, 😂

Those look wonderful!

Very pretty!

your cl shades talk nicely to the settee, good call.

I love it. Brilliant.

**Ahem**

Amazing redo and a great find!

You all, especially you, Jinx, are such enablers. Now of course I HAVE to have a velvet leopard pillow. I'm not sure of size...do I go with a simple pillow in the corner, as mocked up? Or, perhaps a 12"x 20" bolster? I definitely want the piping.

Either!

And this is TOTALLY Mtn’s fault. 😁

::: clapping :::

YAY

I like rectangular pillows.

Like jinx, I too thought you were bailing on your lovely brass chandelier. I took my shades off, but love the way your new ones fill that space so nicely. Hmm, may need to try them on again. And Jo, your staircase is beautiful !

Looking good!!

I ordered a pillow. Had to do custom size because 12" covers the the whole cushion portion of the bench. So instead, I ordered a bolster that is 9" x 24". It will be centered (which Miss Formal here likes).

It’s perfect!

I did think you either maybe two or one long one! Perfect!

I always think of you (fondly!) when I use my Spode plates, so now you have my ghost in your house, too.

Love the shades. Great look with minimal waste.

Aesthetically.. changing to simple but largish round bulbs.. no candle extension ...would be more in scale.. and more interesting / eclectic....than the traditional shades... as to the seating that seems off as well...a tiny ( maybe skirted) table beneath the chandelier would also allow more variation in chandelier height if needed

If this is foyer the table could have a bowl to drop keys...a floral arrangement?...or without a cloth.. for a more casual look.. even a few baskets beneath the table

Love the new look, and the cheetah print will be fab. I don't usually like animal prints but in this case I love the look. Love the shades too.

Those shades are perfect! They also make the lighting in the space look so cozy and elegant. Nice job!