The purple chandelier, bold and poetic
Key takeaways:
- A purple chandelier is a decorative ceiling light fixture, chandelier, pendant light or ceiling light, whose glass or shade comes in lilac, mauve, plum or aubergine.
- Light shades stay soft and bright in a bedroom, while deep purples, paired with gold, bring a muted elegance to a living room or an entryway.
- Mounting and wiring should be entrusted to a qualified electrician, who will check that the ceiling can support the weight stated on the product page.
A purple chandelier is a decorative ceiling light fixture (chandelier, pendant light or ceiling light) in a purple shade, which lights the room by day and by night with a soft, elegant mood. Lilac, mauve, lavender, plum or aubergine: purple is a rare color in decor, and that is what gives it its charm. On a light fixture, it brings a poetic, slightly mysterious note, very different from that of a classic ceiling light.
This small Lustria selection brings together purple chandeliers, pendant lights and ceiling lights, or ones offered in a purple variant: vintage-style colored glass pendant lights, blown glass with a floral effect, ceiling lights with a fabric diffuser, tinted rattan shades, rounded shapes in pastel colors and playful models shaped like a flower or a bird. Some models come in several colors: check on the product page that the purple variant is actually offered. To see all of our models, browse our chandelier collection.
Shades of purple
Lilac and lavender, soft and pastel, bring a touch of freshness, especially in a bedroom, while mauve, slightly grayed, blends easily into a neutral interior. Plum and aubergine, deeper, give a muted elegance, especially when paired with gold. Purple glass, finally, tints the light with a delicate glow.
The table below summarizes these shades and their safest pairings:
| Shade | Look | Recommended pairing |
|---|---|---|
| Lilac, lavender | Soft, pastel, bright | White, light wood |
| Mauve | Slightly grayed, discreet | Light gray, neutral tones |
| Plum, aubergine | Deep, muted | Gold, velvet |
| Purple glass | Delicate colored glow | Warm white bulb |
Purple, a powerful decorative color
A chandelier in this color makes every piece of furniture beneath its light look like a decorative object. Spaces look brighter under a white or colored light, depending on the color temperature, and the lighting becomes soft or intense, industrial or modern in spirit, depending on the design of the bulbs.
Purple is appreciated in contemporary, vintage or classic interiors. Even a simple model adds a touch of charm, especially when it echoes a purple wall sconce, a floor lamp or a ceiling light in the same shade.
The purple chandelier, the centerpiece of your decor
The pendant light can be adjustable in length, round, square or globe-shaped, and some models have a decorative shade that filters the light. A modern model hangs above a table or a bar corner, while retro models, close to our vintage chandeliers, recreate an atmosphere of days gone by.
A chandelier with pendants or a rattan pendant light suits a child's bedroom or an entryway. Light purple and mauve go well with iron, wood or black metal, and the pendant light then takes on a modern, industrial or bohemian look.
The symbolism of purple and its effect on light
Purple is regarded as a soothing color, readily associated with creativity: it is welcome in a studio, a living room or an elegant bathroom. When light passes through a purple glass shade, it becomes soft, almost magical: purple recalls the blue of twilight and creates a relaxing atmosphere.
On a model with a screw-in bulb (most often an E27 base), you choose the color temperature: a white light gives a bright style, a light tinted with mauve a more mysterious mood.
Which styles for a purple chandelier?
Models vary by design: modern pendant lights with a clean style and a discreet ceiling canopy, industrial models whose exposed cable recalls the factories of old, or baroque purple glass chandeliers with drop-shaped finishes.
The industrial pendant light, like our industrial chandeliers, is especially appreciated in open kitchens, while art lovers will turn to a blown glass version.
The modern purple chandelier
A modern chandelier suits a contemporary living room. It can be made of purple glass, black metal or a durable synthetic material, and its size is chosen according to the ceiling height. An adjustable pendant light, like some of our modern chandeliers, can be adjusted above a table, a countertop or a bar.
Some models come with a gray or white shade, whose clear light spreads throughout the room. Modern pendant lights most often work with a long-life LED bulb.
The classic, baroque or blown glass chandelier
In a traditional interior, the industrial pendant light gives way to a baroque model with pendants, in crystal or cut glass depending on the product page. These decorative versions, similar to our chandeliers with crystal drops, recall old French townhouses and sometimes combine iron, glass and rattan, for a refined and warm atmosphere in a living room or a dining room.
A blown glass pendant light sometimes takes the shape of a flower, a star or a sphere, in a transparent mauve with a soft, refined light, like some of our glass chandeliers. These pieces appeal to those looking for a distinctive model: a simple purple globe has an elegant, discreet charm, and a metal and wood ceiling light suits a hallway.
Materials of a purple chandelier
Materials affect the price, the durability and the quality of the light. Purple glass is the most sought after, and drop-shaped pendants add a prestigious effect. Modern pendant lights sometimes use a synthetic material or iron, for a light and affordable model.
The rattan version brings a natural style, which you will find among our rattan chandeliers. Purple goes well with a black cable or a white shade, and a metal ceiling light is ideal in a kitchen.
Glass and crystal
Purple glass, or glass leaning toward blue, offers a decorative, pleasant and diffuse light, especially with a warm color temperature. The size of a glass pendant light depends on the room, thick glass is sturdier, and a bathroom calls for a model protected against humidity, to be found among our bathroom chandeliers.
Crystal creates sparkling reflections like a star. A mauve crystal chandelier is elegant in an entryway, where white light plays in the facets, and even more decorative when switched on in broad daylight. Depending on the model, it takes E14 or E27 bulbs. More expensive than a synthetic material, it offers an unrivaled look: the product page specifies whether it is crystal or cut glass, as with our crystal chandeliers.
Metal, fabric, rattan and iron
An industrial pendant light is most often made of black metal, with an exposed cable, for a bar or a kitchen. Some models are attached to the ceiling by a square mounting plate, others by a round one, depending on their design.
Models in light purple fabric let a soft light through, and rattan is very popular in children's bedrooms, as our children's bedroom chandeliers show. A gray wall sconce can complete the set.
Which bulb for a purple chandelier?
The LED bulb is the most common: it switches on instantly, uses little power and has a long lifespan. The color temperature determines the atmosphere: a warm white, from 2700 to 3000 K, softens the purple, a whiter light gives a clear result, and a bulb colored in mauve creates an artistic mood.
In a bathroom, a more powerful bulb is often chosen, whereas a soft brightness suits a bedroom better. For a vintage style, some prefer a decorative LED filament bulb. With a dimmer, check for the "dimmable" mention, as with our dimmable chandeliers.
Where to install a purple chandelier
In a living room or a dining room, a purple glass pendant light becomes a strong decorative piece. In a bedroom, a lilac or mauve ceiling light creates a soft mood; place pendant lights in the center of the room rather than above the bed. In an entryway, a deep purple gives character from the moment the door opens.
In a child's bedroom, a flower or bird shape brings a playful touch; keep the light fixture and its cable out of reach. Everywhere, purple showcases the decor while remaining functional and practical lighting.
Pairing a purple chandelier with your decor
Purple goes with white, light gray and light wood for a soft look. Paired with gold and velvet, a deep purple takes on a chic, retro look. With sage green or pale yellow, it forms an original, spring-like palette. In a neutral interior, a single purple light fixture is enough to create a surprise.
The purple chandelier also pairs with black: in a living room or a bedroom, a mauve pendant light brings softness and elegance, and a round or square model echoes a wall sconce. For an industrial effect, combine iron, metal and an exposed cable; for a vintage style, rattan or aged glass. As the holidays approach, purple recalls Christmas decorations and creates a warm atmosphere.
Installation, safety and maintenance
A chandelier is connected to the electrical grid: entrust the installation to a qualified electrician, who will check the ceiling mounting according to the weight stated on the product page, particularly for glass models. These light fixtures are intended for indoor use; for a damp room, check the IP rating on the product page and the requirements of the NF C 15-100 standard.
Installation often requires an adjustable cable and a stable mount, described in the instructions, and the electrician can add a dimmer to adjust the brightness. A pendant light is hung at a height that avoids bumps: above a table, allow 75 to 90 cm between the bottom of the light fixture and the tabletop. A purple ceiling light, more compact, suits small rooms better.
For fabric or rattan models, use an LED bulb that gives off little heat. For maintenance, switch off the power, let it cool and dust with a soft, dry cloth, without abrasive products.
Price of a purple chandelier and where to buy it
Prices vary according to the materials, the size and the collection: a model in synthetic material costs less than one in purple glass. The price appears on each product page, along with the dimensions and the weight of the light fixture.
Online, the choice is wide. At Lustria, the online reference for light fixtures, modern purple pendant lights come in several sizes, and each page indicates the availability of the model. With our purple pendant lights, the variety of designs lets you light a room while decorating it, in a soft, vintage, industrial or modern atmosphere.
Frequently asked questions about purple chandeliers
Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Which colors go with a purple chandelier?
White and light wood for softness, gold for a chic note, sage green or pale yellow for an original palette; black and gray also work well.
Cushions, curtains or a purple table lamp create a visual echo. Purple goes with metal and glass in a modern version, with rattan or fabric in a bohemian version.
Which purple for a bedroom?
A lilac or a mauve, soft and soothing, whose pastel shades go with white walls and light wood.
Keep plum or aubergine for a bedroom you want to feel more muted, and place the pendant light in the center of the room rather than above the bed.
Which light with a purple glass chandelier?
A warm light, which softens the tint of the glass: a warm white LED bulb, often with an E27 base, uses little power, gives off less heat and lasts a long time.
In a kitchen or a dining room, a clearer white light makes the lighting more functional.
How do you maintain a colored glass chandelier?
With the power off and the glass cool, a soft, dry cloth is enough, without abrasive products; on a mark, glass and crystal tolerate a barely damp cloth, and metal is dusted dry.
The pendants are cleaned one by one, and regular maintenance prevents dust from dulling the light.
How do you choose a purple chandelier according to the room and the ceiling height?
By matching the light fixture to the volume of the space: a large pendant light in a spacious living room or a dining room with a high ceiling, a round, square or conical purple ceiling light in a small bedroom, so as not to crowd it.
Also check the length of the cable and its adjustment, and match the material (glass, metal or fabric) to the decor.
Metal, glass, fabric or rattan: which material to choose according to the room?
Glass in the living room, for its decorative light, fabric in the bedroom, for a more intimate atmosphere, and metal, durable and easy to maintain, in the kitchen.
Rattan brings a natural feel, wood suits Scandinavian interiors, and pendants add a sophisticated note. A synthetic material remains light and affordable for a child's bedroom.
Can you install a purple chandelier in a bathroom?
Yes, with a model designed for this use, with an IP44 rating at minimum, installed away from water points according to the safety zones of the NF C 15-100 standard.
Flat ceiling lights, wall sconces and well-protected pendant lights are the most suitable. Installation should be entrusted to a qualified electrician.
What is the difference between a purple chandelier, a ceiling light and a wall sconce?
The chandelier creates a strong decorative effect in the center of the room, the cable pendant light gives a more directed light, and the ceiling light, more discreet, suits low ceilings and narrow rooms.
The wall sconce gives off a lateral light and complements a chandelier in a living room, a bedroom or a hallway.
Is a purple pendant light with an adjustable cable suitable for a low or sloped ceiling?
Yes, because the adjustable cable lets you adjust the height of the light fixture, and adapt the installation to the slope of a sloped ceiling.
Compact models, in metal or purple glass, do not weigh down the room, and also suit hallways and narrow bedrooms.
Does a light purple give a softer light than a dark purple?
Yes: a light purple lets more light through and creates a soft, bright mood, in a modern living room or bedroom, whereas a dark purple filters more and creates a more intimate atmosphere.
In a kitchen or a dining room, a light shade is more practical, depending on the power of the bulb.