We’re halfway through Boho week, and so far we’ve covered the background and history of the style, as well as our furniture picks for you to get the look. Today we’re going bright and sharing all the info you need on lighting.
Boho style is all about an eclectic mix, and lighting is no exception. It’s influenced by cultures and design techniques from around the globe, whether it be Moroccan style brass lanterns, natural materials influenced by tropical locales or ceramic sconces with a desert vibe. Whether layered with other elements or own their own, materials like metal, fringe, beads, wood and fibers are prominent components and help define this lighting style.
Ready to bring on the Boho? Keep reading for all the details that define this style of lighting and our picks for shopping the look. Even if you might think Boho isn’t for you, there’s such a wide array of materials and options that you will definitely find something that will vibe with your space.
And if you missed our posts earlier this week, be sure to check out What is Boho? and Boho Furniture: 48 of Our Favorites
PENDANTS
Woven designs, Metal shades, Lanterns and more. Here are the characteristics of Boho pendants.
WHAT YOU’LL SEE
- Woven natural materials
- Perforated brass
- Moroccan styles
- Metal lanterns
- Ceramics
- Cane and Rattan
- Capiz
- Beaded shades
- Macrame
WHAT YOU WON’T SEE
- Sleek, minimal designs
- Steel or chrome
- Globe shades
- Multi lights
1. Adia Metal Pendant | 2. Penelope Ceramic Pendant Light | 3. Cachae Round Pendant | 4. Small Seagrass Light Pendant | 5. Woven Rattan Pendant Lamp | 6. One Light Single Star Pendant | 7. Sloat 1-Light Single Geometric Pendant | 8. Ivory Macrame Sphere Pendant Lamp | 9. Seagrass Light Pendant | 10. Cayla Cane Pendant Light | 11. Mariposa Pendant | 12. Rounded Woven Abaca & Metal Pendant

TABLE & FLOOR LAMPS
The materials and details that make up Boho lamps.
WHAT YOU’LL SEE
- Wood bases
- Rattan
- Hammered brass
- Colorful ceramics
- Woven natural materials
- Floral motifs
- Fringe shades
- Patterned shades
WHAT YOU WON’T SEE
- Pleated shades
- Steel or chrome bases
- Marble or


WALL SCONCES
All the info on what makes a sconce Boho.
WHAT YOU’LL SEE
- Ceramics
- Beaded designs
- Hammered brass
- Fringe shades
- Rattan
- Natural materials
- Cane and Rattan
WHAT YOU WON’T SEE
- Sleek, minimal designs
- Steel or chrome
- Glass globes