When I started planning decor for our current home I thought I knew exactly what I wanted. I was wrong. When it came time to choose lighting, I spent countless hours browsing options. I asked questions like, "How will this work with the rest of the room?", "Is this style a good fit for the era of our home?" oh yes and perhaps most importantly, "Can I afford this?". I am happy to report that I navigated the scary waters of choosing lighting for our new space and I am loving the results! Today we are teaming up with Lamps.com and their lighting expertise to share a few tips.
Tip 1: Go Big! I love statement lighting and going big is one great way to make a statement! We chose this giant floor lamp for our living room. I love the simple, industrial style and of course, the size. The proportions really work with other elements in our living room, and it makes a great reading light at night.Tip 2: Choose Mood Lighting! One major mistake I made in the beginning of my design process was thinking that I wanted the lighting throughout our home to "match". I quickly learned that each room has different needs for mood lighting. When choosing lighting for my bedroom, I knew I needed something that looked pretty at night, since that's when we spend the most time in this room. I wanted it to be a relaxing, cozy space. For this room I chose a fixture that looked beautiful in the dark, first and foremost. Be sure to take time to consider the mood you want to create in each room.
Tip 3: Be Colorful! Don't be afraid of colorful lighting choices. I love added pops of color from accent lamps and candy colored pendants.
What kind of lighting solutions have you found for your own home? xo. Elsie
Sources: Picture 1/Lamp,Couch,Ottoman(vintage). Pictures 2-4/Capiz Pendant,Poster,Record Stand + Aqua Lamp.
Hi Elsie!
Great lamps! on a totally different subject, I was really intrigued by your post awhile back about the ifontmaker app. For me spending any money on an app is unusual. 😄 So $7.00?! Yikes! But if its worth it I will definitely spend. So I thought maybe you could answer some questions for me if you have a minute to spare. I did try emailing but I not sure if it got to your inbox.
I am trying to find a great program to use to watermark my photos for my business Simple Light Photography. It's becoming increasingly more important as my business grows and I'm starting a blog. I want to allow my readers to pin and use my photography but not without watermarking first. I tend to hate boring basic fonts and would love to use my own creative options. Is it possible to create the font and then use it in Aperture or iPhoto as a watermark?
Maybe being a Photoshop user this isn't something you can answer, but if it is, I so appreciate your help!
💙 Thanks!
Reese Ferguson
Simple Light Photography
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Posted by: Reese Ferguson | February 22, 2013 at 06:33 PM
I was wondering where you got your chandelier from? I have been looking for something similar to that.
Posted by: Zoe Edwards | February 22, 2013 at 06:57 PM
Nice choices! I've been really into lighting for a while, and even though I'm nowhere near ready to buy for a home, it's fun to browse and think about it! I just worry that if I go for lighting that's too artistic it might not be functional...
Posted by: Otter Mei | February 22, 2013 at 07:34 PM
love your strawttoman (yeah, i just made that up.)
i remodeled my bath last year and have been through two fixtures trying to find the right one; i finally just left the hole in the wall out of desperation and laziness. bath lighting tips would be great!
Posted by: erica | February 22, 2013 at 08:37 PM
I always find myself fighting against my husband who prefers to just flip on every overhead light. We're building an apartment right now, and I'm on a search to find overhead lighting that's still warm and pleasant.
Posted by: Champagne Revival | February 22, 2013 at 09:14 PM
Ugh! Those lamps are uber cute. You know, I never really think about lighting...I always think that table lamps are useless until I sit down and think man, i need some light up in here. That yellow magazine cart is way too cute! Thrift find?
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Posted by: Lynet Witty | February 22, 2013 at 09:18 PM
The chandelier is so gorgeous! I can't wait to decorate my own house :D
xo Heather
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Posted by: Heather | February 22, 2013 at 09:18 PM
Never thought about it! The only lamp I've ever purchased was the bendy desk lamp we got at ikea. it's like your living room lamp's little brother!
I definitely want to replace the light in the bathroom but am uninspired by the two choices at the hardware store: bare bulbs or froofy flowers. Yeesh.
Our hall lights are tacky as all get out but I LOVE our little turquoise chandelier. Whoever installed it added a beautiful crown moulding to the ceiling above it which looks perfect.
Posted by: mel | February 22, 2013 at 09:58 PM
Beautiful lighting choices, I especially love the aqua lamp that is so cute! Our house is filled with my handmade crocheted lampshades, they are so funky and retro and colorful. They definitely add a fun mood and vibe to each room!
Posted by: Felicia | February 22, 2013 at 10:20 PM
What?! Each room needs its own mood. Brilliant!
Posted by: Kate @ Songs Kate Sang | February 22, 2013 at 10:54 PM
Those are wonderful tips!
Posted by: Nikki Da Lovely | February 22, 2013 at 11:56 PM
We chose the same one! (The first one you posted)
Posted by: Marca Hamelijnck | February 23, 2013 at 12:18 AM
The yellow couch is gorgeous!
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Posted by: Anouka | February 23, 2013 at 12:52 AM
Is it weird that both your lovely floor lamp and the accent desk lamp made me think of the lamp in The Brave Little Toaster? That movie is awesome. Count me inspired.
Posted by: Los Franich | February 23, 2013 at 02:02 AM
I really like that yellow sofa. Looks so nice and it is like sun in the flat. Have a nice day.
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Posted by: Denisa | February 23, 2013 at 02:30 AM
Love the first one !!! so big...
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Posted by: Hiding In Heaven | February 23, 2013 at 02:39 AM
I would like to have an oriental styled lamp, which covers the room with small small dots of light when it´s dark outside.
Posted by: Malina | February 23, 2013 at 02:55 AM
ooooo home photos! you must be making a lot of progress. this is fun! can't wait to see more rooms.
Posted by: katie | February 23, 2013 at 03:20 AM
Love the chandelier,it reminds me of sea shells for some reason, but can't for the life of me remember the name! Just pinned it to my Pinterest board here http://pinterest.com/six0six/light-me-up/
Posted by: Vanessa | February 23, 2013 at 05:04 AM
beautiful! you have a great taste! :)
Posted by: Ichraq | February 23, 2013 at 05:15 AM