The Grandmillennial Stained Glass Light You'd Be Thrilled To Find At The Thrift Store

Whether you're covering your walls in fresh wallpaper or adding skirts to all of your furniture, grandmillennial décor invites a certain cozy, vintage vibe to your space. It's the old-school aesthetic your grandma loved, and since it's making a comeback, there are a few pieces you may want to look out for when walking down the aisles of your local thrift store. While it may take a stroke of luck, there is one item in this style that you should certainly seek out: a stained glass light. Specifically, a vintage blue and white floral pendant light that speaks to the grandmillennial style, with its unique color palette and penchant for floral patterns.

Unfortunately, this particular type of item may not be common in every secondhand or antique store. Vintage stained glass pendants, like Tiffany lamps or slag glass pieces, might be more abundant in your area. However, finding a blue and white variant or one with floral details may be less common. You might have a better chance by looking at resale sites, like with this vintage glass chandelier. One thing to consider is that pricing will vary greatly based on the seller, condition of the item, manufacturer, and age of the piece.

To find a light like this, you can make a trip to a local thrift or antique store to see if they have any for sale. However, if not, you can search places like eBay, Chairish, Facebook Marketplace, or other secondhand sites. Some keywords that could help you narrow down your search include "slag chandelier," "slag pendant light," or "vintage stained glass light."

Slag glass is different from typical stained glass in that the color is often marbled with streaks or swirls that range in opaqueness rather than being a uniform tone. This gives the vintage pendant light a unique, milky look and greater texture. Look for brands like Tiffany, Atterbury & Company, or Taylor & Company, for example.

Of course, once you source the perfect piece, there's one question to ask before buying vintage lighting: Is it wired correctly? Faulty wiring could be unsafe to install in your home, so make sure it's tested before purchasing. However, if you happen to find a piece in good condition, styling it can be simple. Use it as a statement in your grandmillennial living or dining space and choose colors that go with your existing color palette. If you choose a white and blue pendant light like the one above, consider scattering the same blue and white tones throughout the room for more cohesion. You can do this using other grandmillennial trends, too, such as needlepoint pillows, table skirts, and pleated lampshades.