Light can be as much of an aesthetic as it is a necessity; take a look at the top 5 simple modern lighting trends for your home!
"Don't judge a book by its cover!"...
It's not all about the cover of a book, hence the expression. But we'd all be lying if we said we didn't appreciate a nice book cover... Here's what I'm getting at:
We all want our homes to look pretty. Whether or not we admit we care, we do. We power clean for 15 minutes, (or in some extreme cases, for 6 days) before a guest arrives. We want our homes to appear nice and likable.
Little do you realize, lighting is the answer to all of your prayers. One way to improve the general feng shui of your home is to improve your lighting choices. I'm going to be listing the top 5 simple modern lighting trends and I'd recommend considering the following products if you're looking to make improvements. After all, what is a home if not the cover to the book that is you?
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Flameless Candles
Flameless candles kick off this list. The options for decorating with these are numerous! We have many different types of flameless candles, including scented flameless candles, tea lights and flameless taper candles. We also sell lanterns, which make for great additions to patios and any outdoor aesthetic uses, due to their undoubtedly enchanting effect.
Flameless candles are a great alternative to burning real candles for two main reasons. First, they are much safer in that they have no fire hazard whatsoever; you can leave them on for as long as you want without worry of them overheating, burning out or becoming dangerous! Lastly, they can last for over 100,000 hours; making them far more durable than your average traditional candle.
Alongside flameless candles, we also provide a vast collection of Swedish Candelabras. From the hard-angled Karin and Sara models, to the softer bridge-like architecture of Sanna and Eva, we’ve got them all. We also sell replacement light bulbs for if/when their lights burn out.
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Lighted Plants and Branches
Next on our snazzy list is lighted plants and branches. These have become an increasingly popular lighting trend thanks to manufacturers like Gerson Companies and The Light Garden.
Lighted branches make wonderful additions to the interior design of a home. Due to the way they are manufactured, they are naturally highly flexible, making them appropriate for any application. Think about it this way; everyone loves Christmas lights on trees, and we all agree that they are beautiful to look at…
But who in their right mind enjoys putting them up? It’s a bother! Climbing into the tree, weaseling around all the twigs and branches, then you slip, fall and break your ankle! At that point, unless you enjoy screaming and writhing in pain, I think we’d all agree that it hadn’t been a thoroughly enjoyable experience. And I haven’t even mentioned taking them down...
Now, imagine the beauty of nature wrapped in light, without the hassle, and better yet, on a smaller scale and inside your home for you and your family to enjoy. From bonsai to palm and birch to maple, we’ve got the trees you didn’t know you needed for your home.
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Vintage Light Bulbs
Kickin’ it old school, we have vintage light bulbs. Unlike many aged things, their popularity and trendiness shows no sign of slowing down anytime soon. They were designed to replicate Thomas Edison’s original bamboo filament light bulbs, and, upon their growing usage, were noticed by designers around the world as an intricately gorgeous accent.
With applications like hotels, restaurants and bars, you really don’t need an artistic eye to appreciate the subtle glow of vintage light bulbs. No one can avoid the heartwarming effect of nostalgia, and there’s no better way to achieve this euphoria, (with light), than with vintage light bulbs.
Vintage light bulbs come in many different skins, the most well-known of which are Edison and Victorian. They also come in Chandelier, Globe and Tubular shapes. We also sell antique fixtures for them as well, completing the nostalgic appearance fully.
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Glowing Mason Jars
Glowing mason jars have become a must-have in today’s culture, earning them a spot in our list of top 5 simple modern lighting trends. Glowing mason jars are a simple, easy and beautiful way to add a bit of whimsical light to any room in need of it.
This technique utilizes the use of battery-powered micro-LED strings of any color desirable. With these being placed on the inside of a mason jar of your choice, it gives off a glow unlike any other lighting product we sell. Through the few simple steps, it also garners you the achievement of creating this product yourself, furthering your appreciation for it.
Follow our Glow Jar blog for 4 easy steps on how to make these yourself!
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LED Strip Lights
LED strip lights are the bomb and are rightfully placed in our top 5 simple modern lighting trends. They are slick, easy to use, and, above all, absolutely gorgeous. They can be used anytime almost anywhere, operate using highly advanced modern technology, and are extremely customizable, providing a light source for any occasion.
LED strip lights, (also sometimes known as tape lights), can be used anywhere in any room, making them great for any and all interior design applications. Their customizability makes them versatile, and with an easy application taking just seconds, it is clear why they top this list.
Most LED strip lights are controlled via remote or phone application, or with our new line of advanced tape light dimmers and remotes. The ability to choose from millions of colors is also generally available; so, the light they give off can be used to compliment, accent, and just generally illuminate.
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By investing in any of these top 5 simple modern lighting trends, you can improve the appearance of your home in mere seconds. After all, we do appreciate a nice book cover, even if it's what's on the inside that counts.
