Lighting Matters: How to Create Warmth Before the Holidays

The holidays are coming in hot (and by hot, we mean… colder days and darker nights). Nothing sets the mood for the season quite like lighting. Whether you’re hosting, toasting, or bingeing your favorite holiday movies, the right glow transforms your home into something magical. Here’s how to warm things up before the first guest even walks through the door:

1. Layer, Don’t Blast

One overhead light shining down like you’re under interrogation? Hard no. The trick is to layer: chandeliers or pendants for drama, table lamps for cozy corners, and sconces for that subtle glow. Together, they create dimension and flexibility—aka the difference between “holiday magic” and “office breakroom.”

In Photo: Osbert Pendant and Owen Table Lamps

2. Warm Bulbs = Warm Hearts

Cool-toned bulbs belong in hospitals, not holiday homes. Stick to bulbs in the 2700K–3000K range to get that golden, flattering glow. It instantly makes everything (and everyone) look better.

Inspired by Photo: Calla Lily White Table Lamp

3. Texture Is the Secret Ingredient

Warmth isn’t just about light—it’s about feel. Natural materials like woven fibers, aged metals, wood, or stone add layers of coziness. Bonus: they look just as good when the lights are off.

In Photo: Andorra Wicker Pendant: Large, Medium, Small

4. Don’t Forget the “Forgotten” Spaces

Sure, your living and dining rooms get most of the attention, but your entryway, powder bath, and guest rooms deserve a little glow-up, too. Even a single chic fixture can make those small spaces shine.

In Photo: Rivoli Leather Sconce, Sand

5. Sparkle Without the Stress

Not a maximalist? Don’t worry. Sometimes all it takes is one great chandelier or a pair of table lamps to bring the holiday sparkle. Less “tangled in 1,000 string lights,” more “effortless chic.”

In Photo: Milano Chandlier

 

✨ Final Glow-Up✨ 

Lighting isn’t just about seeing—it’s about feeling. It sets the tone, flatters the room (and your guests), and adds that extra layer of warmth before the holidays hit full swing. Want to find pieces that bring the glow and the style? Explore our showroom’s lighting collection, featuring designs by Currey & Company, Made Goods, and more.