Modern wall sconces are popping up everywhere – in living rooms, libraries, dining rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, and even offices! These gorgeous accent lights will brighten your space and give it the polished look you're after!
One of the very first purchases I needed to make in our new home was a light for the stairwell. All I knew was that I wanted a double-light brass sconce with linen shades.
We had to remove the old light, a multi-colored glass half dome full of dead ladybugs. I never got a picture of it, because we took it down the day we moved in to get the furniture up the stairs.
I couldn't bring myself to put it back up, so I quickly started searching for a replacement. This light is similar to what it looked like, if you want an idea!
When I went looking for the exact one I wanted within my budget, it was out of stock. When I found a pricier version of what I was after, I fell in love and decided to splurge. After all, we plan to live here for the next few decades, so I'm happy to spend a little more on a light fixture I love.
My hunt for the perfect brass sconce got me thinking about how much lighting costs and how you can get the look for less. There's truly something out there for every budget!
After I ordered the pricier fixture, the cheaper version came back in stock (months before its projected restock date), so I ordered it too and compared the two.
When they both arrived, I compared them side by side, and there was truly no contest. The pricier sconce had a noticeably nicer brass finish, better quality, and an all-around more substantial look and feel.
BUT I loved the budget-friendly sconce too! If it had been in stock when I went shopping, I would have bought it, loved it, and been totally happy with it.
So, I kept them both. Ha! I ended up putting the cheaper light in the stairwell. And I have plans for the higher-priced sconce in another room!
Quick tip: I used frosted candelabra bulbs in this fixture to keep it from casting harsh shadows on the wall!
While I was shopping, I picked out some of my favorite single and double light sconces, so I thought I'd share them in case you're looking too! I sorted them by budget to make it easier to find what you want!
Contemporary Wall Sconce Lighting for Every Budget
A couple of years ago I would have told you I wasn't buying anything brass for my home. But now I'm obsessed with aged brass finishes! It's like wearing gold jewelry, which I do and love.
So, I'm here for this brass renaissance! Aren't these modern sconce styles just gorgeous?!
Click any of the numbers or images below to shop the lights.
Under $100 Sconces
1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8
Under $250 Sconces
9 // 10 // 11 // 12 // 13 // 14 // 15 // 16 // 17
Under $500 Sconces
18 // 19 // 20 // 21 // 22 // 23
Happy shopping! Which one is your favorite? Any guesses where I'm planning to put the other light fixture??
