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Traditional

Traditional style is just what you would expect, familiar, warm and inspired by the past.

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Kitchen with green walls with Etcher pendant hanging over counter

Traditional

While the specific time period varies, this style's inspiration is rooted in character and comfort. Traditional style appeals to the mainstream and functional, but that doesn't mean the style is contained. Whether it's vintage-inspired or the standard transitional, put your own twist on the traditional with influences from other styles that inspire you

Malene black chandelier hanging over living room during the day

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Handmade Home on Traditional Style

"The beauty of traditional style, is that it’s absolutely timeless. The possibilities are endless when it can withstand the test of time as a classic staple to be admired for years to come in any space."

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Designer Top Picks

The Carrick 32.25 Inch 6 Light Chandelier in Polished Nickel on a white background

Carrick Chandelier

52705PN (Polished Nickel)

32.25" DIA x 23.75" H1-Tier6-Light

$874.99^*

The Carston 24 Inch 2 Light Picture Light in Champagne Bronze with White Interior on a white background

Front view of the Carston 24 Inch 2 Light Picture Light in Champagne Bronze with White Interior on a white background

Carston Wall Sconce

52686CPZ (Champagne Bronze)

24.25" W x 4.75" HPicture Light2-Light

$429.99^*

The Etcher 18 Inch 2 Light Pendant with Etched Painted White Glass Diffuser in Black and Champagne Bronze on a white background

Etcher Pendant

52711BK (Black | Champagne Bronze)

18" DIA x 22.5" HPendant2-Light

$564.99^*

The Malene 45.25 Inch 8 Light Foyer Chandelier in Champagne Bronze on a white background

Front view of the Malene 45.25 Inch 8 Light Foyer Chandelier in Champagne Bronze on a white background

Malene Chandelier

52699CPZ (Champagne Bronze)

45.25" DIA x 43.5" H1-Tier8-Light

$979.99^*

The Malene 52.75 Inch 14 Light 2-Tier Chandelier in Black on a white background

Front view of the Malene 52.75 Inch 14 Light 2-Tier Chandelier in Black on a white background

Malene Chandelier

52698BK (Black)

52.75" DIA x 27.25" HMulti-Tier14-Light

$939.99^*

Adeena 26.75" 6 Light Chandelier Brushed Natural Brass on a white background

Adeena Chandelier

52508BNB (Brushed Natural Brass | White)

26.75" DIA x 19.5" H1-Tier6-Light

$874.99^*

Pallas 25" 4 Light Chandelier Black on a white background

Close up view of the Pallas 25" Chandelier Black on a white background

Pallas Chandelier

52520BK (Black)

25" DIA x 13.75" H1-Tier4-Light

$624.99^*

Serca 14.25" 2 Light Mount Brushed Natural Brass on a white background

Close up view of the Serca 14.25" Mount Polished Nickel on a white background

Serca Ceiling Light

52540PN (Polished Nickel)

14.25" DIA x 5.75" HFlush Mount2-Light

$314.99^*

Everly 27.5" 3 Light Pendant Chrome on a white background

Everly Pendant

42198CH (Chrome)

20" DIA x 27.25" HPendant3-Light

$799.99^*

Luella 22" 4 Light Pendant Brushed Natural Brass as a semi flush on a white background

Close up of Luella 22" 4 Light Pendant Brushed Natural Brass as a semi flush on a white background

Luella Ceiling Light

52543BNB (Brushed Natural Brass | White)

22" DIA x 8.25" HSemi-Flush Mount4-Light

$559.99^*

Close up view of the Taubert 26.25" Pendant Black and Brass on a white background

Taubert 26.25" Pendant Black and Brass on a white background

Taubert Pendant

43983BK (Black)

15" DIA x 26.25" HFoyer3-Light

$414.99^*

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Bretta 17.75" 3 Light Flush Mount Black on a white background

Bretta Ceiling Light

52545BK (Black)

17.75" DIA x 7.5" HFlush Mount3-Light

$474.99^*

Close up view of the Valserrano 1 Light Mini Pendant Nickel on a white background

Valserrano 1 Light Mini Pendant Nickel on a white background

Valserrano Pendant

44380NI (Brushed Nickel)

5" DIA x 7.75" HMini1-Light

$114.99^*

Ali 14.5" 1 Light Vanity Polished Nickel on a white background

Ali Wall Sconce

55140PN (Polished Nickel)

5.25" W x 14.5" HWall Sconces1-Light

$179.99^*

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Rosalind 11.5" 3 Light Vanity Light Black on a white background

Rosalind Vanity Light

55147BK (Black)

23.75" W x 11.5" H3-Light

$564.99^*

Key Traditional Characteristics

Carston picture light over artwork with antique chair

Inspired by the Past

Traditional style borrows from the past inspired by the homes of the 18th and 19th century. The style is timeless, but not overly fancy. Look for structured pieces with carved wood or upholstery and pick colors that are neutral and elegant.

Outside front porch Forestdale sconces in black

Dramatic Detail

Traditional hasn’t lost what matters – and that’s all in the detail. The tufting and piping. The feminine fringe. That charming, nostalgic touch that comes from pieces like lantern-style lighting.

Delvin chandelier in white and champagne bronze over dining room table

Balanced Luxury

You can have your rich fabrics and love them too. Just like a cake, Traditional is one piece at a time. Think it through and decide what you really want by print, pattern and color. Velvet? Leather? Silk? Linen? A combination of many? It’s all up to you.

Close up of a bathroom counter with a vase of wild greenery and two small antique framed images on a wall

Today's Traditional

Traditional begs you to declutter. Throw away what doesn’t match your current style. Simplify with a unified palette. Neutrals are always a good bet, because you can add colorful touches – a few vintage pieces sprinkled here and there, pillows and throws with splashes of color…the possibilities are up to you.

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Traditional Styles

Traditional is classic but not contained. You can put your own twist on the style in various ways, whether if be with modern lighting or vintage decor.

Updated Traditional

Updated Traditional begs you to declutter. Simplify with a unified palette. Neutrals are always a good bet, because you can add colorful touches - a few vintage pieces sprinkled here and there, pillows and throws with splashes of color...the possibilities are up to you.

Kitchen and living room with Madden collection of Pendants and chandeliers

Updated Traditional

Bathroom with black Industrial vanity lights Azores

Updated Traditional

Tide 5 blade weather+ outdoor ceiling fan in Olde Bronze

Carston in Champagne bronze lighting up artwork on the wall

Beyond Traditional

What makes traditional even more of a standout style is the flexibility of this look. With the smallest flourish, a traditional home can act as a canvas to add elements of other styles while staying true to the timeless look.

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Malene chandelier in champagne bronze close up over a living room

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Kimrose chandelier in dining room during the day.

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