I'd go with option #2. There is no way I would want to dust the little circles in #1 every week. Plus halogen lighting is very HOT!

Both are halogen. I love the Varaluz Fascination and wanted a pendant in that style but it didn't work for me with the greenish recycled glass. But, I love the style. Memo has a great point about the dusting, however.

I LOVE the second one. After having spent much of the afternoon looking at lights myself, I am off to order one of those. It will look awesome with the faucet I'm ordering. I was looking for something with a curve like that. So, thanks for posting the question as you found me the light I've been looking for!

Good luck with your decision.

Thanks for the quick reply.
I just looked, they are both Halogen (I never noticed before).

The dusting wouldn't bother me too much.
WHat look do you prefer?

I think the 2nd one is beautiful and will have more lasting power style wise.

@aanj, I still prefer #2 over the circles one. For me, less is more so I'd choose simple design with great materials every time. Good luck with your decision!

OK thank you all. I guess I will choose #2. I need to buy three for the bathroom as there are 2 sink areas and a vanity area.
So # 2 also works out about $660 cheaper in the end.

Like both, depends on style of your bathroom.

Definitely #2. It has more staying power.

Second one, hands down.