15 LED String Light Ideas For A Warming Glow

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Get ready to light up your space.

Ambient and decorative lighting can make all the difference when it comes to creating a warm, inviting atmosphere at home. Whether it's your bedroom, living room or garden, effortlessly draping a selection of twinkling fairy lights from the walls can totally transform your space, adding impact and visual interest. Give your lacklustre abode a new lease of life with these 15 magical string light ideas.

From minimalist copper wiring to fluffy pom poms, LED string lights come in countless shapes and sizes. Otherwise known as fairy lights, string lights were once synonymous with students' university halls, smothering the walls to create an almost party-like ambience. Since then, string lights have come a long way and are now a popular choice in many homes thanks to their comforting aesthetic. Types of LED string lights include (but are not limited to):

When it comes to styling string lights, pick colours and styles that work alongside your existing decor. If you love maximalist colour and pattern, opt for string lights that feature exuberant designs and unique shapes. Alternatively, if you're more of a neutral aficionado, opt for classic LED micro string lights in a warm white light. Incorporate the lights throughout different areas of your home, such as draped across the mantelpiece or weaved through plants. We love the look of wire string lights bottled up in an upcycled glass.

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If you're hosting an outdoor get-together, festoon lights are a must-have. Featuring traditional, big bulb garlands, it'll create an inviting ambience that's perfect for parties. Complete with warm white bulbs, these stylish string lights are particularly ideal for large gardens as they can be joined up to create a long chain.

Finish off a bohemian-inspired garden or balcony with these solar powered geo string lights. When fully charged, the LED lights run for seven hours, making them an ideal option for garden parties in the summer. Priced at just £9, you can stock up on a few packs!

How cute are these celestial LED string lights? This magnificent array of illuminated moons and stars is perfect for creating an elegant, ethereal feel in your home. With eight different modes, you can drape them behind your curtains and switch to 'slo-glo' for ultimate ambience.

Combining LED light with solar power is a stellar idea. Not only will the lights shine brighter than other types of string lights, but they'll also work for an extended period of time. These rattan string lights are an essential for both indoor and outdoor use; simply drape along a fence or through tree branches for a rustic outdoor look.

Is there anything more fun than colourful pom pom string lights? These battery-powered LED lights feature vivid colours alongside bright LED bulbs to create a jolly, illuminated look. Hang across the window frame of a child's bedroom to really brighten up the space.

Subtle and classy, wire string lights are a match made in heaven for minimalist homes. Complete with 60 tiny LED bulbs on fine gold wire, these string lights can be moulded into various shapes or neatly wrapped around objects. Add to a clear vase with neutral dried stems for a cosy ambience.

Keep it simple and effective with these twinkly LED string lights from John Lewis. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, these solar powered lights are ideal for wrapping round a garden tree to create an ambient atmosphere. Plus, they're a bargain at just £16!

Keep it cool with these stylish globe LED string lights. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, the cool white bulbs will complement ultra-modern home and garden spaces. We recommend styling these frosted globe lights around silver lanterns for a cool, contemporary vibe.

Create a rustic look in your home with rope LED string lights. Made with natural rope, these country-inspired lights would look gorgeous styled with a traditional storage bench and vintage market-style boxes. Alternatively, wrap around coat hooks to create an ambient, country-modern feel at home.

These peach drop LED string lights will make a beautiful addition to any bedroom. Simply drape them from a vase or splay them across a dressing table. It's available as both battery and mains powered to suit your space.

An equal mix of fun and cute, these LED string lights from Lights4fun will make a charming addition to any child's bedroom. We recommend draping from a bookcase or shelving.

These nature-inspired dandelion LED lights will complement both indoor and outdoor spaces. Bring the outside in by draping these warm white lights across a wall painted in neutral, earthy tones. Pair with artificial dandelion stems to complete the look.

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, these quirky strawberry LED string lights add a sprinkle of fun to alfresco meals and garden parties. It's also battery-powered for easy use in hard-to-reach areas, such as nestled in trees or at an outdoor dining table.

Host a garden party that your guests will be envious of with these bunting LED string lights. Designed to look like traditional multicoloured bunting, it provides up to eight hours of bright light, shining in green, blue, yellow and red.

The neutral trend isn't for everyone. If you're a lover of vibrant colour over muted neutrals, opt for these rainbow LED string lights. Featuring a combination of vivid colours, these lights are an essential when it comes to creating a playful look at home.

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