Lighten Up Your Home: Bright Ideas

Light and shadow play in perfect harmony. These simply elegant suspension lamps can be mounted on a wall or hung from the ceiling. To create instant ambiance, group multiple sizes together.SHOP NOW: SOLIS Suspension Lamps, $300-$500 each

An uncommonly beautiful combination of marble and brass, this desk lamp also takes its business very seriously. The bubble shade is adjustable, so all of your work is sure to be spot on. SHOP NOW:Tonic Home's Jana Desk lamp, $485

These cool and colorful porcelain lamps are somehow kitschy and glamorous at the same time. Grab a pair for your night tables (and we love a mix of different colors). SHOP NOW: Jonathan Adler Carnaby Lamps, from $195

These copper lights may resemble holiday bulbs, yet they're super-sophisticated. The thinly-sliced copper creates a rich, soft ambiance. Hang one striking pendant, or cluster over a table or along a hallway.SHOP NOW: Tom Dixon Copper shade bubble pendant at ABC Carpet & Home, $495 each

The studio light is one trend that cannot be ignored. And, we have to admit, this design is our favorite. (Get ready for your close-up.)SHOP NOW:Z Gallerie's Studio Tripod Floor lamp, $299

It may be “modern” design, but this lamp would be right at home in a '30s Paris parlour, surrounded by beautiful artists and their patrons. SHOP NOW: Lights Up! Soiree table lamp at Design Public, $174

Inspired by nature, this leafy Relief pendant would be perfect in a foyer or in the powder room. You could even hang a cluster of them over the kitchen counter for the ultimate in chic task lighting. SHOP NOW:Jonathan Adler Ceramic Sprout Pendant Light, $195

It may resemble that old-timey light from science class, but this contemporary task lamp melds the most advanced LED lighting with colorful style. Plus, it comes in a wide range of sizes, including clamp, wall, table and floor options. SHOP NOW: Link lamp by Pablo Designs, from $330

This '60s-style lamp is a faithful interpretation of the era, yet it's oh-so-modern; we can’t think of a room it wouldn’t shine in.SHOP NOW: Shine by S.H.O. Jasper table lamp at Candelabra, $699

This is the perfect little lamp for a bedside table or a desk. The resin base comes in four colors, and the shade is available in both solids and a few great prints — create your own custom design! SHOP NOW: Lights Up! Oscar lamp at Design Public, from $106