Available in an array of sizes, styles, and finishes, I honestly think they outshine all others — and here are six dome pendant lights for kitchen islands that prove my point. Bodhi Dome Pendant ...

Pendants bring light closer to the surface of a table, sink, kitchen island or counter for increased visibility. Pendants are available in many styles and colors and can function as statement ...

And at their lowest position, she says, they focus lighting and act as a task light. London designer Susie Atkinson thrifted a 1960s double adjustable pendant for a local Queen-Anne style kitchen ...

SAVE: Sawyer one-light pendant in bronze ($299, ballarddesigns.com). SPLURGE: Large Fulton pendant in polished nickel with polished nickel shade ($1,650, circalighting.com ), left.