Chandeliers are big, yes? We know that. They're everywhere, made out of everything from plastic toys (as at Anthropologie in London - see this blog) to fanciful wire and coloured glass.

But they still look wonderful, especially when they appear in a completely unexpected and really innapropriate but amazing way - as here at Merci in Paris where an elaborate traditional crystal chandelier floats over a rough wood table and plain metal chairs. As the Conran shop says in its recent, spectacular window displays: Opposites attract. 

And here is another amazing chandelier at Merci - traditional in style, but made out of curling wire and cream painted wooden beads and strung over a bright red sofa.

And finally, a new use for all those old sleigh bells you might have hanging about; pack them together and you have a contemporary new way to light your table. Bravo!