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The five most beautiful lighting trends for 2025

4 Aug 2025

Lights, candles and similar items create atmosphere in rooms and come in an inspiring variety of styles, reflected in a wide range of shapes, materials and colours. Unusual lights add accents to the ambience and emphasise individual lifestyles. We present trendy examples that enrich the range in retail stores.

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Organic shapes & natural materials

Natural materials are at the top of the lighting trends. Ceramic, jute, bamboo, rattan, paper and straw surprise with ever new combinations. Deliberately asymmetrical or organic-artistic curves are also very popular. This brings a subtle connection with nature into the home, creating comfort with modern design language.

“Liora” by Jakobsdals

With its organic design, “Liora” by Jakobsdals looks like an artistic sculpture. The rounded shapes radiate dynamism and joie de vivre, making the light source a unique object. The extraordinary base of the floor lamp is made of papier-mâché.

“Jullan” by Affari of Sweden

Lamps made of jute threads are very trendy and suit many interior styles. With “Jullan”, Affari of Sweden offers decorative home accessories in three colour schemes and four different sizes. Here you will find the right model for every lighting purpose.

“Kami” by Blomus

“Kami”, Japanese for “paper”, bathes the home in a warm, soft light. Designed by Kazushige Miyake, this lamp combines Far Eastern craftsmanship with modern style. The fine lampshade made of delicate rice paper gives off a pleasant, diffused light.

Chrome: design objects & eye-catchers

Chrome has been at the top of the lamp trends for some time now. At first glance, the cool metal is not associated with cosiness, but in combination with warm white, dimmed light, the shiny surfaces reveal their full potential. With their futuristic and luxurious appeal, chrome lamps are becoming design objects and eye-catchers, and not just in modern living rooms.

“EM” ship’s lamp by Stelton

Stelton's ship's lamp made of satin-polished stainless steel has a minimalist, cylindrical shape. Now Erik Magnusson's iconic maritime “EM” design is also available with modern lighting technology. The oil burner has been replaced by an efficient LED lamp.

“Halesia” by Alessi

Alessi combines sophisticated design and innovative functionality. The rechargeable table lamp “Halesia” was created in collaboration with Michael Anastassiades. The brightness can be adjusted by turning the lamp head, depending on the desired atmosphere.

“Seattle” by Lambert

With its retro flair, “Seattle” by Lambert definitely has what it takes to become a favourite. Whether on a desk, in a reading corner or by the bed, this beautiful lamp made of highly polished stainless steel adds a special touch. The lacquered base ensures stability.

Individual lifestyle

Lights are much more than just a source of light in a room – they are eye-catching, make a design statement and express your personal lifestyle. Whether colourful or minimalist in design, there are no limits to your imagination when it comes to putting together your lighting. A particularly beautiful effect can be achieved by placing table lamps or candles in the same design but in different sizes in pairs or small groups.

The Mr. Wattson brand is known for its iconic table lamps. ‘Norbitt’, for example, spreads its light as a space-age mood enhancer. Spherical and standing on two feet, the rechargeable lamp becomes a character in its own right. Rotatable through 360 degrees, ‘Norbitt’ brings LED light and fun to every corner. Three dimming options and a wide range of colours for the housing ensure the right mood. Magnetic accessories such as ears or eyelashes for an individual ‘Norbitt’ look are a special highlight.

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Unusual in shape and colour

The current generation of lamps knows no conventions. Anything goes, as long as you like it – and that applies equally to shape and colour. Whether colour blocking or soft pastels, these unusual lighting ideas bring positive vibes and good mood to the living environment. Many models also impress with their multifunctionality, rechargeable batteries and other practical features.

“Ufo” by Chic.Mic

The Chic.Mic brand stands for colourful living. And so the “Ufo Table Lamp” also presents itself in a modern design and trendy colours. In addition, various light temperatures and dimming modes can be set. Depending on use, the battery life is 10 to 120 hours.

“Vialini” by Bloomingville

The “Vialini” table lamp by Bloomingville is made of stoneware and hand-painted in delicate shades of pink and yellow. With its round, unusual shape and cheerful colours, the lamp is a real eye-catcher. A brilliant gift idea for many occasions and best friends.

“Mikono” by Sompex

With its simple elegance, “Mikono” by Sompex impresses with its versatility. Thanks to its integrated battery, it offers unlimited freedom as a stylish table lamp or floating pendant lamp. Modern LED technology guarantees minimal energy consumption.

Candles & Co.

With their warm glow, candles, oil lamps and similar items are popular sources of light, especially in the cold season. They bring ‘light into the darkness’, spread cosiness and warmth, and are also highly decorative. Floating candles, scented candles and lamps filled with petroleum and other innovative fuels provide variety in candlelight options.

“Pebbles” by Vance Kitira

Vance Kitira's floating candles look like small “pebbles”, which is why they are called just that. They float gracefully in the “Valencia” glass bowl by Lübech Living and spread their atmospheric light. With flowers or stones, you can always create new decorative variations.

“Lilly 10” by Tenderflame

For those who appreciate a cosy and romantic atmosphere, “Lilly 10” by Tenderflame is the perfect choice. Thanks to the special fuel called “Tenderfuel”, its beautifully dancing flame burns cleanly and emits no smoke, odour or soot – a particular advantage indoors.

“Forest Collection” by Oognis

With Oognis (Lithuanian for fire), Candlehand has created a brand that stands for high-quality, handmade scented candles. The fragrances of the “Forest Collection” are inspired by wood and nature: tobacco and sandalwood as well as vetiver, musk and amber are offered.