Lighting Design Glossary

noun a piece of jewelry that hangs from a chain worn around the neck

adjective used to describe something that hangs or is suspended, like a pendant light

• The elegant pendant was crafted from 24 karat gold and encrusted with diamonds.
• I love wearing my favorite pendant, it goes with everything!
• Check out this cool pendant I found at the thrift store, it's so unique.
• Her heart was like a pendant, always hanging on to memories of the past.

noun a type of thin, transparent paper or cloth used for wrapping or decorating

• The delicate aerophane material allowed for a soft diffusion of light in the room.
• I found a beautiful aerophane lamp at the flea market.
• Check out this cool aerophane pendant I got for my room.
• Her words were like aerophane, softening the harsh truth of the situation.