1) Combine white and gold
Want something a little glamorous that’s still totally fresh and modern? These white pendants accented with gold bring the glitz without feeling fussy.
2) Take it Black
Don’t be afraid – black can be very sexy in a kitchen. Do you need proof? This is it.
We suggest you check out the kitchen chandeliers collection to take it a step further.
3) Rose gold always wins
Our love for rose gold will literally never die. Rose gold can be found on everything from phones to appliances to lighting.
4) Get chic shades
If you’re using an ombre, make sure it’s not totally basic. Thanks to the black accents, these white shades are still neutral, but not at all dull.
5) A light over your sink
We don’t always cut, we need light to do the dishes too! Choose a fun light for the ceiling, then hang a pendant over the sink.
6) Try some cut-outs
Not only does a light fixture with cut-outs add fresh texture to your kitchen, but it also looks incredibly cool when you turn it on.
7) Hang orbs
Keep it simple. All you need to add a little interest to a sleek, white kitchen are cool lights that don’t totally dominate the space. Enter these glass pendants.
8) Small, but mighty
The long drop on these pendants is eloquent enough that bulbs can err on the small side. That way, they don’t overwhelm the island.
9) Pare down
You could go all out when it comes to lighting, but there’s also a case for a clean, basic approach. These simple ceiling lights are perfect for this modern kitchen.
10) Mix and match
Who says your lights have to match? Choose a different light for each mood.
11) A touch of elegance
Oh, you fancy it, do you? Hang a chandelier and live your most glamorous life.
12) Add a pattern
Use your lighting as an excuse to make an all-white kitchen a little more interesting. Tap into your bohemian side and find a colourful patterned shade.
13) Put them in a box
Here’s definitive proof that modern kitchens don’t have to be cold and hard. These bold pendants work with very high ceilings.
14) Get a statement chandelier
If you want an attention-grabbing piece in your kitchen, you need a statement chandelier. Even if this one is massive, it won’t look obtrusive, thanks to its minimal design and clean, open frame.
15) Go big
A bold kitchen like this requires powerful light. Choose something dark and solid to make it stand out.
16) Hang in pairs
Symmetry is a good thing, especially when you have bold patterns in the kitchen, like on this floor. Hang your lamps in pairs to keep things tidy.
17) Try a bold colour
Papas of yellow wake up a breakfast nook. It’s like a burst of energy before you’ve even had your first sip of coffee.
18) Going industrial
Balance rustic and modern with industrial pendants. They can also help ground an all-white kitchen.
19) Add copper accents
The mix of metals looks fresh and perfectly imperfect. If you have stainless steel appliances, try brass pendants.
20) Incorporate nature
This is how you create the ultimate micro-drop moment in your kitchen. Bonus points if you do this DIY in your garden.
21) Play with textures
A natural texture like rattan is ideal for a coastal kitchen . Even if you don’t actually live by the sea, you can decorate like you do.
22) Try a mobile
If you want to add some colour but are afraid of being too bold, try a mobile. It will liven up a neutral kitchen without overpowering it.
23) Use steel
If you want a neutral metal, choose steel. It suits all decorating styles.
24) Tropical style
With a pineapple lantern and bright yellow wallpaper, it’s all about the tropical vibe. It might be a little too much for a dining room, but it’s ideal for a breakfast nook.
25) Keep it classic with pendants
Tie your kitchen together by matching your pendants to your backsplash. This can add even more colour and liven it up.
26) Four times the charm
In a sleek kitchen, four pendants add an industrial touch. Black nailhead bar stools add even more atmosphere.
27) Elegance
A chandelier is the height of glamour. Make it a gold chandelier and live your fanciest life.
28) Bring on the party
These silver orbs and disco balls are a kitchen upgrade you never knew you needed. They’re unexpected, but totally fun.
29) Neutralise things
If you use a lot of colour in your kitchen, add contrast with brass pendants. They’re neutral without looking boring or cheap.
30) More vibes
Use a pendant to add a subtle vintage touch. While longer ones are great for kitchen islands, this short pendant is perfect for a kitchen sink.
31) Hang lanterns
Lanterns are a classic item, but they still look modern when hung in an unexpected place, like the kitchen. Choose a finish for the inside of the lantern that matches your decorating style.
32) Dress up a white kitchen
How do you make a white kitchen less basic? We’re all about that brass.
33) Think exotic
A globe-shaped lantern gives this colourful kitchen an exotic feel. Even though the space is small, it still makes an impact.
34) Going Moroccan
People will think you bought these in a Moroccan bazaar. (But no one needs to know that’s not the case).
35) Paint your lights
Need to brighten up your kitchen? Paint the inside of your lanterns white to reflect more light.
36) The farmhouse feel
A trio of pendants look clean over an island. Farmhouse decoration goals.
37) Contrast with glass
Contrast a rustic wooden kitchen with glass pendants. This will brighten up the space and give it a modern feel.
38) Play with different shapes
Tired of your traditional kitchen? Geometric pendants to the rescue.
39) L-shaped grouping
If you’re already feeling your existing lighting, you can still update it by rearranging your grouping. An L-shape gives a fresh, unexpected feel.
40) Hang your cheap pendants
Low, industrial-style pendants add contrast above the kitchen island in a traditional home. They balance out an ultra-feminine room.
