I don't think there's anything inherently wrong with it, but it is, as you say, a 'look'. If it fits into the overall art direction and feel you are going for t

I don't think there's anything inherently wrong with it, but it is, as you say, a 'look'. If it fits into the overall art direction and feel you are going for then good, use it. There are a lot of places it won't be the best artistic choice probably.