After trying different bulbs for my chandelier I finally have soft white bulbs that provide relaxing soft light for warmth when dimmed, but can be bright and provide adequate light when needed when dimmed up. I didnt want to go to a lighter color (above 2700) and struggled to find bulbs that satisfied both needs. These are 1000 lumens vs 500 for other bulbs that stated 60 watt equivalent. I'm not posting pictures as the camera doesnt do it justice. Take my word for it. These bulbs not only get very bright, they dont flicker when dimmed. It's a very smooth transition. Yes they're a little bit pricier than other bulbs but well worth it. These are quality bulbs that come with a 2 year warranty.