Postmodern smoke

Fair enough, glass is nothing new when it comes to its use in your home. After all, it’s glass. It’s a necessity, not a trend.

However, smoked glass is a particular type of item that has got interior fans in a whirl.

From moody vases and chic lighting to sleek furniture accents, this trend brings depth and drama to any space.

It’s subtle and understated in appearance, clean looking and reflective, and if you’re looking for a mini update for your décor, this could be it.

If you think brown-toned smoked glass is more of a vintage look, you’d be right. Popular in the 1970s, the concern would be that any look would appear dated. Small and perfectly formed items will ensure your home doesn’t look too throwbacky, but with a nod to retro classics.

Smoked glass accessories – glassware, vases, candle holders – can work in smaller spaces. When paired with soft light – ie, not the big light in the living room – it can be a sophisticated look.

Black smoked glass works well in larger pieces of furniture – plus it can be used to greater effect in a room without looking overbearing.

Pairing the black glass with regular glass will soften the tone and the overall finish, while shiny chrome enhances the glass for a tasteful look.

Oval mirror, £180, dar lighting group

Decorative bottle, £38, Click Style

Glass vase, £135, Shimu

Rectangular box shelf, £196, Sanctuary Bathrooms

Brown vase, £29, Where Saints Go

Carafe, £30, Cox & Cox

Recycled tealight holder, £15, Nkuku

Soap dispenser, £20, Garden Trading

Wine goblet, £9, Dibor

Giant LED bulb, £15, Lime Lace

Tumblers, £25.99 for two, Wayfair

Table lamp, £118.80, dar lighting group

Love bulb, £15, B&Q

TV unit, £199, Danetti

Abstract vase, £45, Cox & Cox

Bud vase, £49, Shimu

Vase, £60, Kayu Home

Table lamp, £125, Laura Ashley Lighting and Mirrors

Pendant lamp, £625, Ella James