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10 Playful Pendants

Lighting in interiors can completely transform a space’s atmosphere. From moody to playful, lighting can be functional, decorative, give accents or highlight something special. Lighting elevates and illuminates a space and whatever the purpose, it is a super important piece of the jigsaw puzzle and one of the most exciting parts for me. 

I am drawn to playful lighting, whether that’s through shape or colour. You could have a relatively neutral interior but if you had a really epic light, it would elevate the whole space, much like an awesome pair of earrings with some trackies.

So below are 10 of my favourites in no particular order:

Dipping pendant light, 2019 - Marset - Diametre: 300mm, Height: 300mm - £535Love these hand dipped pendants, each in varying tones of paint to give rings of colour. When lit, the layering of paint moderates the light intensity, creating a range of a…

Dipping pendant light, 2019 - Marset - Diametre: 300mm, Height: 300mm - £535

Love these hand dipped pendants, each in varying tones of paint to give rings of colour. When lit, the layering of paint moderates the light intensity, creating a range of ambient light which is very cool.

https://twentytwentyone.com/product/marset-jordi-canudas-dipping-pendant-light

Braided Belly Light - Ferm Living - Height: 400mm, Width 545mm - £119From the bulbous shape to the braided rattan, this will bring a natural vibe to a colourful space without being dull.https://www.nordicnest.com/brands/ferm-living/belly-braided-cei…

Braided Belly Light - Ferm Living - Height: 400mm, Width 545mm - £119

From the bulbous shape to the braided rattan, this will bring a natural vibe to a colourful space without being dull.

https://www.nordicnest.com/brands/ferm-living/belly-braided-ceiling-lamp/?variantId=4154701&currency=GBP&countryCode=GB&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIu569npC56wIV84BQBh28MATJEAYYBCABEgLcd_D_BwE

Circle Pendant - Atelier Areti via Monolgue London - Diametre: 400mm, Depth 80mm - £900This pendant reminds me of a seriously glamorous circus/ringmaster vibe. It’s bright and jewel like and gives a lovely softly diffused glow.https://www.monologuel…

Circle Pendant - Atelier Areti via Monolgue London - Diametre: 400mm, Depth 80mm - £900

This pendant reminds me of a seriously glamorous circus/ringmaster vibe. It’s bright and jewel like and gives a lovely softly diffused glow.

https://www.monologuelondon.com/collections/lighting/products/circle-pendant?variant=5410023505950

Maija pendant light, 1955 - Santa & Cole - Diameter: 150mm x Width: 140mm - £588This pendant is inspired by the form of a bee hive but it’s also giving me some accordion feels. It has an opaque body, fragmented by plates which filter the inner l…

Maija pendant light, 1955 - Santa & Cole - Diameter: 150mm x Width: 140mm - £588

This pendant is inspired by the form of a bee hive but it’s also giving me some accordion feels. It has an opaque body, fragmented by plates which filter the inner light.

https://twentytwentyone.com/product/ilmari-tapiovaara-santa-cole-maija-pendant-light

Poly Pop Prim Pendant - Diameter: 228mm, Height: 419mm - £1150These hand-blown pendant lights are made from partially recycled glass with a walnut fitting. Each one is handmade, making them totally unique.https://www.hollowaysofludlow.com/shop/light…

Poly Pop Prim Pendant - Diameter: 228mm, Height: 419mm - £1150

These hand-blown pendant lights are made from partially recycled glass with a walnut fitting. Each one is handmade, making them totally unique.

https://www.hollowaysofludlow.com/shop/lighting/our_favourite_lighting/Our_favourite_decorative_pendants/poly_pop_prim_pendant

Paillotte - Rattan Pendant Light - Maison Du Monde - Height: 200mm, Width: 500mm, Depth: 500mm - £55Grass skirts, cocktails, beach vibes and tunes are what come to mind. Love this fun little Hawaiian number.https://www.maisonsdumonde.com/UK/en/p/rat…

Paillotte - Rattan Pendant Light - Maison Du Monde - Height: 200mm, Width: 500mm, Depth: 500mm - £55

Grass skirts, cocktails, beach vibes and tunes are what come to mind. Love this fun little Hawaiian number.

https://www.maisonsdumonde.com/UK/en/p/rattan-pendant-light-d50-paillotte-179953.htm?page=1

Pink curved opal ball wall light - houseof - Height: 350mm, Width: 250mm, Length: 120mm - £80Playful and pink - these could work well as bedside lights or wall lights in alcoves.https://houseof.com/products/pink-curved-opal-ball-wall-light

Pink curved opal ball wall light - houseof - Height: 350mm, Width: 250mm, Length: 120mm - £80

Playful and pink - these could work well as bedside lights or wall lights in alcoves.

https://houseof.com/products/pink-curved-opal-ball-wall-light

Sonne Pendant, Omi - Naomi Paul - Diametre: 500mm, Height: 600mm - £3000A statement pendant, bridging the gap between traditional craft and contemporary crochet. These beautiful pieces of art are available in distinctive colours, hand crocheted to o…

Sonne Pendant, Omi - Naomi Paul - Diametre: 500mm, Height: 600mm - £3000

A statement pendant, bridging the gap between traditional craft and contemporary crochet. These beautiful pieces of art are available in distinctive colours, hand crocheted to order in London.

https://www.naomipaul.co.uk/collection/sonne-2/

Gople RWB Pendant Lamp - Artemide - Height: 420mm, Diameter: 210mm - £1479If you live in a botanical oasis this light will help your plants flourish. Designed to supersede natural light, this pendant contains an innovative photosynthesis system that…

Gople RWB Pendant Lamp - Artemide - Height: 420mm, Diameter: 210mm - £1479

If you live in a botanical oasis this light will help your plants flourish. Designed to supersede natural light, this pendant contains an innovative photosynthesis system that encourages plants to grow whilst creating colourful, ambient effects.

https://www.nest.co.uk/product/artemide-gople-rwb-pendant-lamp

Swedish Blue Trava Pendant Lamp By Carl Thore For Granhaga, 1970s - Vinterior - Width: 210mm, Height: 230mm, Diametre: 210mm - £411Between the cobalt blue, the 1970s vibe, and the fact they’re a pair - this duo would look incredible hung above a tab…

Swedish Blue Trava Pendant Lamp By Carl Thore For Granhaga, 1970s - Vinterior - Width: 210mm, Height: 230mm, Diametre: 210mm - £411

Between the cobalt blue, the 1970s vibe, and the fact they’re a pair - this duo would look incredible hung above a table for some fun dinner times.

https://www.vinterior.co/lighting/ceiling-lights/pendants/swedish-blue-trava-pendant-lamp-by-carl-thore-for-granhaga-1970s