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Style Guide: Illuminate Your Bedroom

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Whether you’re reading, making the bed, or picking out the perfect outfit, proper lighting is key to a successful bedroom design. Use our tips and tricks to select the best lighting for your room.

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Table Lamps

Table lamps are always a classic option for bedside lighting. Because they are available in a vast array of colors, shapes, and sizes, you are sure to find many attractive options that will complement your bedroom.

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Bedroom Sconces

You can save space on your bedside table by using wall-mounted sconces instead of table lamps. Hinged fixtures are especially versatile because they can be adjusted to direct the light where you need it.

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Bedside Pendants

Another unique bedside lighting option is ceiling-mounted pendant lighting, which looks sleek and modern. For even more control, put these bedside lights on a dimmer.

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Hanging Fixtures and Chandeliers

Choose a fixture with personality to fit your space. A chandelier helps set a glamorous tone for a luxurious bedroom, while a lantern would be appropriate for a casual space.
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Mixed Lighting

For versatility, combine several types of lighting. Remember, your light fixtures don’t need to match or even come from the same collection. They just need to coordinate, and, most importantly, you need to love them.

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