20 Modern Menorahs to Add Style to Your Hanukkah Decor
Find a gorgeous new centerpiece for your Festival of Lights.
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The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Lights, and the meaning behind the theme dates back about 2,200 years. It celebrates events that unfolded after the Jewish people reclaimed the Second Temple in Jerusalem from the Greeks but found only enough oil to light the sacred lamp within it for a single day. But miraculously, the oil burned for eight days.
That's why the holiday lasts eight nights and why its celebrants light a new candle on a menorah each night, with glowing candlelight creating a dazzling display for all who see it. These modern menorahs are striking, stately, conversation-starting pieces of art sure to brighten your Hanukkah displays — and even your home decor all year round. (Of course, don't forget the candles! Check out our roundup of great Hanukkah candles to stock up on.)
For more holiday decor inspiration, don't forget to check our guides to pretty Hanukkah crafts to DIY and the best Hanukkah decor you can buy online. And to make your holiday one to remember, check out our Hanukkah party games for all ages, Hanukkah party ideas for a fun bash, latke recipes to enjoy, and Hanukkah movies to stream for all eight nights.
Made in India, this pretty metallic menorah has an asymmetrical geometric form that gives it the look of a work of art. This piece doubles as a sculptural element for a mantel or side table when it's not in use for Hanukkah.
Artist Virginia Felix uses recycled clay to create her ceramic artworks, and this piece is handmade using speckled clay in Brooklyn, New York. Individual holders comprise this menorah, so you can customize the shape and overall footprint. Purchasing this artful menorah helps support The Fifteen Percent Pledge, a nonprofit organization that encourages retailers to give at least 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses.
Made from antiqued brass with a curved design, this menorah is like an elegant work of sculpture. Plus, with a tall profile and small footprint, it's ideal for small or narrow spaces.
Jonathan Adler is the best at cheeky interior designs, and this dachshund-shaped menorah epitomizes his fun and stylish aesthetic. A soft satin matte glaze finishes the look.
This is a truly unique-looking menorah, made of hammered nickel and adorned with rings of varying shades of blue. The Shamash candle vessel has more rings on it than the other branches, helping to bolster and center its significance.
Kate Spade New York is well known for its cheerful, colorful, and whimsical designs. This menorah plays with nontraditional holiday colors for an unexpected, unique twist on your tabletop or mantel.
Crystal has the distinction of being both timeless and modern. Loose crystals appear to fill the clear candle bases for a look that's oh-so-posh, just right as a complement to a fancy table.
Small and lightweight with a classic form, this menorah has a clean, modern look that will never go out of style. Plus, it rings in at a budget-friendly price point and makes a perfect affordable but meaningful gift.
Wood is an unexpected material for a menorah, and this pretty piece showcases the natural variations in its mango wood construction. Rounded corners and a smooth, shiny finish lend a super polished and modern look. This piece is handcrafted by craftspeople with the Asha Handicrafts Association, which promotes the social and economic development of artisans in India.
This brass menorah evokes a stately skyscraper, rising tall and shining like New York City's Chrysler Building. The minimalist piece has a two-tone finish so it blends seamlessly with a range of decor.
This aluminum menorah is heavy and sturdy — a substantial-looking and -feeling piece with a price point under $50. It's simple, modern and statement-making.
Virginia Sin makes an eponymous line of modern home goods, and this piece has such a unique look in stoneware. It almost looks like a piece of cloth or paper, casually set down on the tabletop. And it's sure to spark conversation with all your Hanukkah guests.
This unique menorah features intertwined branches in various shades of blue that are set on a rotating base, so you can see the glittering display from every angle. The shamash stands stately, raised in the center.
This gleaming alloy piece is a total showstopper, a work of art you can display all year long. And it's built tough, so it's heirloom quality.
Made from alabaster, this arch-shaped menorah evokes a bridge or hilltop. The overall look is clean, streamlined, and modern; every single one has natural variations that make it unique.
This elegant modern menorah looks as if all its branches were twisted together to meld into a single sculptural form. The nickel-plated piece makes an impressive gift for a wedding couple, hostess or Hanukkah.
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The nine candle holders on this striking menorah all stem from the base in three branches for a dramatic, sculptural look. The delicate menorah doubles as an art piece year round.
Designed and hand-made by Pretti.Cool artisans in Houston, this menorah is cast in concrete for an absolutely unique — not to mention substantial and conversation-starting — modern menorah.
This is the modern menorah for you if you love a little drama. The streamlined, polished chrome piece sprawls nearly two feet wide for an impressive look.
Made with recycled iron and a brass finish, this menorah is a fair-trade gem; buying one helps support artisans in India to create independent businesses and thrive, says the brand.
Alesandra is a digital travel and lifestyle journalist based in Los Angeles whose work has appeared in Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, Prevention, Insider, Glamour, Shondaland, AFAR, Parents, TODAY and countless other online and print outlets. Alesandra has a masters degree in journalism with an emphasis on cultural reporting and criticism from NYU, and a bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley. An avid traveler, she trots the globe with her husband and their twins.
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