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UGLY OR PRETTY? A CAPIZ SHELL CHANDELIER!

September 25, 2010
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 floral capiz shell drum chandelier
Photo: Coco of Cococozy
A floral capiz shell drum chandelier. (above)

I think this chandelier is pretty. Best of friend AM thinks this is ugly.

A capiz shell drum-shaped floral chandelier! Love it! LOVE IT!

When in NY a bit ago, shopping with friend AM…I saw this beauty. AM was off looking at some tables or something and I literally yelled, “AM come over here. AM! Come here! AM come see this GORGEOUS light fixture…it is SOOOOOO pretty.” AM walked over, glanced up and said “I hate it…it’s ugly.” and then she walked off. Hmmmmm….

AM has fabulous taste in decor…so I only feel validated if she likes everything that I like…this time that was not the case.

What do you think dear readers? This is the question I ask you in today’s UGLY OR PRETTY?…what do you think? (I know beauty is in the eye of the beholder but I want the popular vote in this case!). Is this chandelier ugly or pretty? You decide.

If you hate it, please say it…I can take the truth. I can take the truth. I can take the truth. I really can take the truth. I can. (I am repeating that statement so that it becomes true…).

Hope you have a great Saturday!

xo
Coco

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45 responses to “UGLY OR PRETTY? A CAPIZ SHELL CHANDELIER!”

  1. Oleander says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    super cute and pretty!

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  2. Karena says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:07 AM

    Coco, it’s not for me , however in the right setting could work beautifully.

    Not on the fence, so I would say no.

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  3. Dining and Decor says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:08 AM

    I actually like it….

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  4. janfaw says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:11 AM

    Coco,

    You are definitely right about this light. Imagine a peaceful, evening dinner with this on and dimmed. I bet it casts a very pleasant, warm light. Then even AM would have to admit she was mistaken. You know, we are lucky to have a vision of what something can be. Not everyone does, but it can sort of be learned!!!

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  5. The Pinales Family says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    I LOVE it!

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  6. Sharlotte says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:19 AM

    Like anything unique…they always have a perfect place “somewhere”!!!

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  7. Maya @ Completely Coastal says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:43 AM

    I usually look at things in terms of “my style” or not. And I can’t say that the flower theme in decor is my style…, even though I love the shells.

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  8. Franci says:
    September 25, 2010 at 8:48 AM

    I’m with you. It’s pretty.

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  9. Anonymous says:
    September 25, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Gaudy

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  10. Ruthita says:
    September 25, 2010 at 9:17 AM

    I think it’s pretty, and would love it in my dressing room!

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  11. Mrs. Tresidder says:
    September 25, 2010 at 9:52 AM

    Oh yes, like it – it’s a statement piece!

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  12. Staci says:
    September 25, 2010 at 10:08 AM

    LOVE IT! I just enjoyed a yummy lunch at a restaurant in AZ recently, called Modern Steak. Beautiful space and they had something similar just as you walk into the restaurant…
    A-Mazing!
    Warmly,
    Staci

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  13. D.B. says:
    September 25, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    I LOVE this!

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  14. Jessica Davis says:
    September 25, 2010 at 10:45 AM

    I like it – WAY more interesting than the typical capiz shell version where they are just flat circles.

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  15. Kim says:
    September 25, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    I think it’s fabulous!

    The flower shapes are very pretty, the drum shape is great, and the light casts a soft glow. I love it.

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  16. Laura Trevey says:
    September 25, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    Very pretty and definitely makes a statement!

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  17. mimi says:
    September 25, 2010 at 12:47 PM

    It is delightful.

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  18. Laura says:
    September 25, 2010 at 12:53 PM

    love!

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  19. LaDiMuthFu**inDa says:
    September 25, 2010 at 1:55 PM

    in a very modern decor or in a more glamourous one I think it would be very lovely overall though it is a piece that can find a home anywhere I like it alot!

    Dei

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  20. peggy braswell says:
    September 25, 2010 at 3:15 PM

    Not one of my favorites…but then I do not like “most things” with capiz shells. Hey, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, enough said. thanks for making all your post interesting. xx peggy braswell

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  21. Sophie says:
    September 25, 2010 at 3:51 PM

    Sorry not for me. I like the shells but not made into flowers.
    Verdict: ugly

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  22. Alcira Molina-Ali says:
    September 25, 2010 at 5:00 PM

    Love, of course! Go with your gut Coco — decor passion is a visceral tug and must be obeyed. BTW, I bow down to your blog.

    Reply
  23. Imelda Smith, <a href="http://www.canadianstagingprofessionals.com">CCSP™</a> says:
    September 25, 2010 at 5:41 PM

    Pretty! Must be used with the right decor.

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  24. Vickie H. says:
    September 25, 2010 at 6:16 PM

    Sorry…I am with AM.

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  25. Anonymous says:
    September 25, 2010 at 6:40 PM

    My first thought was, “Oooh…nice”. My second thought was, “I would never want to have to clean that”.

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  26. Susan says:
    September 25, 2010 at 7:20 PM

    I’m afraid I am with A.M. on this one. It seems a bit much for me.

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  27. Julienne says:
    September 25, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    Sorry! But that is probably because I don’t like shell things!!!

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  28. evolvo says:
    September 25, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    I love it!! 🙂

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  29. Francine Gardner says:
    September 26, 2010 at 3:19 AM

    Love it! I only place lights that have specific interest and are creative, hand made. In my showroom I only carry handmade chandeliers, sconces, lamps… Great choice

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  30. Gloria de Lourdes Blalock says:
    September 26, 2010 at 3:58 AM

    Definitely pretty! Actually… I think it’s beautiful! Nice way to light up a space <3

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  31. Jennifer says:
    September 26, 2010 at 6:13 AM

    not necessarily my style….but it’s gorgeous!

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  32. Laura Ingalls Gunn says:
    September 26, 2010 at 6:57 AM

    Design is a billion dollar a year industry due in part to the inspirational whims of its subject audience. IE not everyone likes the same things. Thank goodness!

    On a personal note I like the light. If you do to then let it shine. 🙂

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  33. E says:
    September 26, 2010 at 7:49 AM

    It would be perfect for the right project and client. I can really imagine it in a room with a bold color as a back drop =0)

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  34. Kimberly Grigg says:
    September 26, 2010 at 9:36 AM

    It isn’t my personal style, but it is an interesting work of art. For the right client, I would definitely use it in a home design!

    Reply
  35. alison (semi-fab lane) says:
    September 27, 2010 at 7:36 AM

    LOVE

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  36. Laurie @ pools says:
    September 27, 2010 at 12:13 PM

    We could debate about a degree of prettiness but it’s surely not ugly in any way. But it does take awhile to realize that it’s floral…

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  37. Candice says:
    September 28, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    LOVE!

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  38. LBTurner*1959 says:
    September 29, 2010 at 5:26 PM

    LOVE the design and the fact that it’s made with capiz shells makes it even better! I can just see the light reflecting off the shells…stunning!

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  39. Reminiscent says:
    September 30, 2010 at 6:13 PM

    I think it’s cute! … It’s different …but I feel like if it wasn’t in the right room …it would just be awkward and out of place lol

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  40. Anonymous says:
    October 3, 2010 at 6:38 PM

    “Pretty”? No. Cool and interesting, yes.

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  41. Alison says:
    October 20, 2010 at 7:18 PM

    I don’t care for this one…but I saw a similar, yet FABULOUS one in the shape of a ball that I am drooling over. Maybe one day…in a future foyer…

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  42. Heather Clark says:
    December 4, 2010 at 2:40 PM

    This picture is actually what brought me to your blog. I absolutely LOVE it!

    Reply
  43. Art says:
    March 12, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    I looks like the “yeas” have it, but I’m a “nay!”

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  44. Tammi says:
    November 21, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Im going to have to say ABSOLUTELY ****Nope****

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  45. Motusee says:
    February 24, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    This is a case of a person whose vision is simply different from your own. The chandelier is in a word amazing.Just because AM doesn’t see it that way doesn’t make it ugly. It’s your choice and it is a good one.

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