The following is a paid advertising feature for Philips LED Lighting.
I admit, a fewΒ years ago when I heard that the EU would eventually introduce a ban on halogen bulbs, I panicked a bit. I considered stockpiling them, buying enough to last me a good few years so that I could continue to use them in my home. I know, not very environmentally-friendly of me, right?
The thing is, that when they were first introduced, LED bulbsΒ were seriously ugly. The light cast from them was sharp and blue, the white coils twisted grotesquely and they just didn’t have the romantic charm of a simple clear bulb, the filament shining a warm soft light on a space. I wish I could have told myself back then, I needn’t had worried.
Since then, LED bulbs have come a long way. They are much more environmentally friendly, consuming 80% less energy compared to their halogen predecessors and lasting a staggering 15 times longer. With climate change on everyone’s minds at the moment, that’s a good enough reason to be using them. However, you no longer have to compromise on style.
LEDs (light-emitting diodes) have been introduced that re-create that charm and softness of halogens and Philips LED lights are at the forefront of this change with a huge selection of beautiful LED filament bulbs that look just as stunning bare as they do within a light fitting.
The most exciting introduction yet to their offerings is the new LED Deco range – a supersized bulb with a thin single vertical filament, creating a crisp and clean ambience. Of course, I’ve seen and admired the smaller filament LED bulbs in many settings – from coffee houses to restaurant design to many homes around the world. It’s true, the standard sizes are ubiquitous now with cool, industrial design but these new bulbs take this look to a whole other level.
Philips sent me three of their supersized Deco LED vintage bulbs for my dressing room:Β the Globe, measuring approximately 29cm high with a circumference of 63cm;Β the Teardrop, measuring approximately 27cm high and 51cm circumference at it’s widest point; and the bold Tubular design, measuring approximately 27cm high with a 22cm circumference. When they say ‘giant bulbs’, they really do mean it! While each one could easily be used singularly anywhere in the home, grouping a set of three creates real impact. Despite their supersize shape, the softly antiqued glass surrounding the bulbs means they don’t take up too much visual space so, despite the room being on the small side, the bulbs didn’t need to be. Using larger clear glass means your eye can see through them, figuratively (and literally) creating visual lightness with all of the impact of playing with scale.
In fact, it’s one of my favouriteΒ design tricks in the book – supersizing something can make all the difference in your home. Whether it’s a huge piece of artwork, an oversized floral print blown-up to mural size or indeed, a huge lightbulb, playing with scale gives a room wow-factor and these light bulbs certainly give my little room the fun touch it needed.
I paired the bulbs with brass fittings and soft pink cables as well, showing you aren’t hemmed in by style when it comes to using these bulbs. The space is, of course, glamorous and feminine and a million miles away from what you might consider industrial design and yet, the LED Deco range fits right in. I could imagine using these bulbs in a row above a breakfast bar or lighting up a dark alcove in a living room or hanging as pendants above bedside tables. Philips do also carry a range of hardware to mount your lights as well in a simple, contemporary black design as well as an antique brass.
While I chose from the vintage range, Philips also carries the Deco LED Giant Modern range which has a sleek silvered finish which would work beautifully in a more contemporary setting. Each range – the vintage and the modern – different slightly, from the shape of the filament to the finish and coating of the accompanying suspension cord for two totally different looks. The vintage range lends well to a more traditional setting (like my Victorian home) whereas the modern range gives a more minimalistic and contemporary impression if that’s the look you’re after – they really are remarkably versatile!
Image via Philips Lighting showing off the Philips Deco LED Modern Range
Rowena Lee, Senior Vice President, Business Group LED, explains the idea behind the range, βInspired by the large light bulbs we used to create for lighthouses many years ago, our decorative giant LED collection taps into the paired back trend for lighting whereby the bulb does the talking, removing the need for lampshades. In the collection, weβve fused and updated a classic industrial look with a bold and simplistic design to create a beautiful and striking silhouette to transform the home.β
If you’re interested in the specs, the vintage range delivers a colour temperature of 2000 Kelvin in an E27 fitting and 470 lumens whilst the modern range delivers 4000 Kelvin in an E27 fitting and 270 lumens. The bulbs in both ranges have a 13-year lifespan, equivalent to 15,000 hours with dimming suitable for relaxing and enjoying this unique style in your home.
I’m rather smitten with my new lighting and it’s great to know that my impact on the environment using these bulbs is so much less and yet I’m not compromising on style at all. I would love to know what you think of Philips LED Deco range and if they’d be something you’d choose for your own home? The comment box awaits!
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They’re beautiful!!! Bloody hell, they have come a long way, haven’t they? I’ve definitely changed my mind about them now.
Haven’t they?! They really are just as gorgeous as the old halogens! Thanks so much darling! xxx
Wow!!! I thought maybe my favourite would be the traditional ones but I really love the modern style. Iβm designing my bedroom from scratch ( itβs hideous at the moment) and the modern style would be perfect!
Hi Kimberly. With these pendants, you reveal again how you’re getting more daring, creative, even edgy while still being elegant and glam! I love the freedom of your style and am inspired by you. The lamps are cool. I have nowhere to put them, but they represent you.
Oh Beth, that is SUCH a lovely comment! Thank you so much and I’m so pleased you like the new lights – they are very cool ;) It’s something I’m really conscious of with the new place in that I still want it to feel like my style but I don’t want to do exactly the same thing as we did in the old place – so that’s just wonderful encouragement. Thank you thank you!! xx
Excellent post again Kimberley with that perfect balance. Yes, here’s a product and here’s some ideas to use it in the real world. Genuinely helpful.
I’m pretty organised, but totally in awe of your neatly arranged shoes and bags! :)
Aww thank you Pamela! I really hope my sponsored posts come across as naturally as possible because I really do like the brands I talk about here so I’m pleased that comes through :) As for the shoes & bags, I edit like crazy! Ha! I operate on a strictly one in – one out policy ;) xxx
Absolutely gorgeous!! I’m very inspired by those.
Thanks Kate! They are really gorgeous! xx
I’m inspired to find at least one place for these new bulbs. I’ve hated the old ones forever and so many of the “Edison” bulbs give off a much too dim and yellow light. Also love your dressing area – and noticed that it’s pink and that you have a window – the natural light and best wall color ever for making us look our best when putting on our makeup. Great location.
Aww thanks Pat! I will say the light cast from these aren’t super bright – they are more ambience lighting than anything else! So just keep that in mind ;) But yes, that’s exactly the reason I thought this little room would be great to apply makeup – the lighting is always so flattering – much better than my previous dressing room in our old house which was painted mint green! What on earth was I thinking! LOL! xxx
The bulbs/lights are lovely, I’ll certainly check them out when revamping my bedroom but I’m finding the dimensions a bit confusing?
Hi Avril – what did you have questions on? Happy to pass on any that I’m unable to answer to the team at Philips so they can help you make a decision! :) xx
Hi Kimberly. I think the diameter measurements must actually be the circumference? If not I just can’t figure them out!
Oh my goodness, Avril – you are right, the measurement is the circumference not the diameter! I’m going to edit it right now but thank you for catching that! It’s been far too long since I took geometry in school LOL! Apologies for the confusion xxx
Absolutely love your style and especially what you have done with the lights!! Would you mind telling me where you got the brass fitting and pink candles from please? Xx
Hi Jerri! Sure, everything was purchased from https://www.creative-cables.co.uk and these are the pieces I bought to put it together:
https://www.creative-cables.co.uk/lighting-cables/6932-Round-Electric-Fabric-Cable-for-lamps-decoration-zigzag-RD71-in-coarse-linen-and-ancient-pink-cotton.html (5 meters)
https://www.creative-cables.co.uk/metal-ceiling-roses/12576-brass-120-mm-3-hole-ceiling-rose-kit-with-cylindrical-brass-plated-cable-retainer-8057730536745.html
https://www.creative-cables.co.uk/metal-lamp-holders/12914-e27-cylinder-lamp-holder-kit-with-brass-finish-cap-cylindrical-cable-retainer-8057730558617.html?search_query=KBM4011GOTERM&results=1
Hope that helps! :) xxx
Great post Kimberly, the light’s look perfect in your dressing room. They are very glam and I love them. Xxx
Aww thank you so much Pauline! I’m really happy with them too! xxx
They look lovely. Iβm not generally a fan of a bulb without a shade because the stark light they give off. These might actually work in a bedroom if they are slightly more forgiving!
Those beautiful bulbs work an absolute treat in your gorgeous dressing room – they really do set it off! Aren’t the coils inside amazing?! Love the brass fittings and cables you used, too – they work together so well to make a unique and lovely light fitting (and clever to add those little ceiling hooks to space them out perfectly). Brilliant inspiration, thank you! X
Wow, the bulbs look amazing, I can’t believe they’re LEDs! They look right at home where you’ve got them (I have to say I’m swooning over your dressing room too).
Great post. It was very naturally written so you hit the mark there π
I love how you have arranged the 3 different shapes together – I likely would have done 3 the same however I think this works so much better!!!!
Thanks for the inspiration – it will make me look at groupings again π
Interesting to know about theses bulbs I wonder where I could Iβd them?
Oh, they look gorgeous – especially those with vintage look.
These are STUNNING. The filament bulbs are so nice but I haven’t seen them in such a big beautiful style before. They look amazing in your dressing room with your pinks. I love how lighting is now becoming part of our decor choices now
I’m so pleased that filament bulbs now come in an LED version. They look absolutely stunning in your dressing room. I love how you seem to be able to take any style and make it work seemlessly in your home.
These look amazing, I love how far light bulbs have come now, and how they are much more than a functional item – they actually add to the decor and design of a room.
They look lovely, however I doubt it’s 51cm circumference! They look way smaller, especially tubular one
Hi Natalia, My apologies – you are right, I had the measurement wrong on the tubular one (it’s 22cm circumference) so have corrected that one! The other ones are right though – they are much bigger than they look in pictures ;) xx
Oh, my apologies then! :) It does look smaller than 51cm, but I believe it is correct. Wow! Big bulbs! Xx