When decorating our dining rooms, many of us focus on the big-ticket items like tables and chairs. But, these aren’t the only must-haves worth considering. Dining room light fixtures are just as necessary and can make a significant difference in your space—adding contrast, cohesion, or even a pop of show-stopping drama.

So, don’t just stick with the dining room light fixtures you’ve inherited. Instead, spend some time thinking about what your space needs, and snag a fixture or a combination of fixtures that delivers it. To help you get started, we’ve rounded up 6 stunning dining rooms and light fixture ideas worth stealing from each of them.

01 Color-Coordinate Your Space

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Vintage-Inspired Textured Glass Chandelier - Living Room Chandelier with Hand-Pressed Pattern and Rustic Design - Ideal Hanging Light Fixtures for Living Room and Modern Chandelier Options

If you’re not sure which dining room light fixture to choose, start by taking a look at what you already have. Is the room filled with color-coordinated accent pieces? If so, consider picking a matching fixture. Echoing that accent color along your ceiling can be a quick and easy way to bring your space together.

02 Pair New With Old

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Crystal Raindrop Elegance Rectangular Chandelier - Faceted-Glass Crystals and Rain Drop Display for Dining Room and Living Room Lighting

Add contrast to your dining room by pairing a sleek fixture with older furniture. You can exaggerate this contrast by pairing an obviously contemporary fixture with very ornate antique furniture. And you can use modern-yet-sophisticated accents—like sprawling abstract paintings—to add harmony to the striking combination.

03 Consider Color and Texture

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Contemporary Boho Oak Natural Cotton Weaved Pendant Light - Stylish White Oak with Cotton Rope Shade for Dining Room

When selecting a light fixture, it's not just the shape that matters; the color and texture play a crucial role as well. They can significantly enhance your space, especially when they harmonize with the existing decor. Consider the colors and textures you already have, and opt for a fixture that reflects them. The Contemporary Boho Oak Natural Cotton Woven Pendant Light, featuring stylish white oak and a cotton rope shade, could be the ideal choice for a dining room adorned with similar natural tones and textures.

04 Mix and Match Your Pendants

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Affordable Luxury Triple Glass Pendant - Vintage Appeal with Statement Design, Perfect for Island Kitchen and Dining Room Lights

If you want to play with multiple light fixtures, layering pendant lights can be a great option. And remember, those pendant lights don’t have to match. By combining three pendant lights that look similar but just a little different, you can craft a space that feels dynamic but harmonious.

05 Add Contrast With a Chandelier

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Crystal Elegance Vintage Brass Living Room Chandelier - Stunning Fixture with Clear Faceted Crystals, Suitable for Living Room

A glam chandelier may seem out of place in a rustic dining room, but it may be just the thing you need to bring your space together. Remember that lighting can add either contrast or cohesion, so consider which one your space needs, and snag an option that delivers it.

06 Add Texture With a Beaded Shade

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Seaside Splendor Handcrafted Wooden Bead Round Chandelier - Coastal Charm with Elegant Design for Dining Room, Living Room, and Sitting Room Lighting

Beaded lampshades aren’t the kind of thing you see every day. But, they can make a playful addition to your dining room, bringing texture, surprise, and fun in equal measure.