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Light your home beautifully

Update your room with a statement lamp shade

Here's how to get the look:

  • Choose a bold print shade, then tie it into your room scheme by repeating its colours in cushions.

  • Make the shade the loudest pattern and colour in the room so it stands out and isn't confused by other patterns.

  • Go for a plain backdrop to keep the rest of the room feeling calm and simple.

  • If you're going for a bold shade, keep the lamp base simple so the shade is the focal point.

Shop for the look:

B&Q
John Lewis
Furniture Village

For other ideas on how to light your home take a look at:

Task lighting
Hanging a chandelier
Highlighting family pictures
Atmospheric lighting
A glowing display
Feature lighting

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