Light bulb moment: These are the lamps you need to illuminate the winter months

We’re on the cusp of November, notoriously regarded as the gloomiest, darkest month here in the Nordics. Natural light is scarce this time of year, dimmed by murky skies and the absence of snow to brighten the landscape. But don’t lose your spark just yet: you can still bathe your home in radiant, honeyed glow thanks to this season’s trendiest lamps, courtesy of buzzy Scandinavian interior brands.

Whether you’re a ‘big-light-always-on’ kind of person, or prefer to sprinkle your space with a slew of petite, ambient lamps, lighting plays an integral role in mastering a room’s mood, cosy or brightly lit. This season, the most covetable lamps boast a dash of retro flair, doubling as sculptural works of art while beautifully illuminating dark winter days.

Ahead, peruse and shop the most sought-after lamps of the season, as seen in Vogue Scandinavia’s latest, October-November issue.

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Danish brand Nuura’s lighting has quietly found its way into countless design-conscious homes across the region. Its ‘Petalii’ floor lamp, with its sculptural silhouette and flower-like shade, adds a touch of whimsy and romance. Meanwhile, Axel Wennberg’s table lamp ‘Lamp 53’ for NO GA adopts a more geometric edge, blending into a variety of interiors, from maximalist to minimalist.

Danish design house Fritz Hansen’s ‘Kaiser Idell’ table lamp boasts a distinctly vintage feel, evoking the spirit of a bygone-era reading light. Introduced in 1936 by celebrated German designer Christian Dell, the classic piece stands as an enduring hallmark of the Bauhaus movement, defined by its functional design featuring a swivelling shade and tilting stem. Yet its curved forms and refined colour palette (our pick is the rich, deep green finish), make the lamp an elegant accent to any space.

Every home deserves an eye-catching pendant lamp, and among the pieces we’re currently lusting after is the ‘Cornelia’ ceiling lamp, designed by Edin & Lina Kjellvertz for Swedish brand Dusty Deco. This artful pendant features nine delicate tiers crafted from metal and capiz shells, a natural material that renders each lamp truly a one-of-a-kind. Rather than casting harsh, directional light, the ‘Cornelia’ diffuses it into a soft, ambient glow, perfect for anyone seeking a statement piece to crown their space.

Inspired by the Art Nouveau era, the Joseph Frank-designed ‘Floor Lamp 2599’ for Svenskt Tenn remains a covetable classic. Its architectural forms, with triangular shades and tripod legs, make the floor lamp a striking accent, while its three bulb holders provide ample illumination.

We’re living in an era where petite, ambient lamps reign supreme, and Sekt’s sphere-shaped table lamp, crafted from mouth-blown glass emits the most pleasant, atmospheric glow.

Another heavy-hitter from Nuura, the ‘Blossi’ table lamp delights with its minimalist design and transparent glass shade, allowing light to beautifully fill the room – despite its small yet mighty size. This versatile piece feels right at home on a night stand, desk, shelf or coffee table – you name it.

If you shy away from bold, structured forms, fret not – the ‘Cornelia’ ceiling lamp is also available in a softer, round silhouette. Elsewhere, the ‘Atlas’ table lamp by Mats Theselius for Nya Manufaktur, gives off a retro-futuristic vibe perfect for a sleek home office, with its minimalist form crafted from stainless steel.

Fritz Hansen’s ‘Night Owl’ table lamp was designed with an unspecified living creature in mind, yet it also suits those true night owls who read or work into the wee hours of the night. The lamp’s conical base and an asymmetrical, oval shade makes it an attention-grabbing addition to a shelf, windowsill or nightstand, while its practical shade can be rotated in four different directions.