When most of us outfit our bedrooms, we tend to stock up on classic finds like headboards, linens, and nightstands. And in the process of getting our eye-level aesthetic just right, we neglect to do something very simple: look up.

Though the ceiling may not be the first thing we see when we walk into a room, it can have a major impact on a space—and lighting fixtures can make or break the décor schemes we so carefully curated. Nothing kills the mood like a tacky lighting fixture in a thoughtfully styled room, and too often, the fixtures we inherited when moving in just don’t suit the tone of the space.

Thankfully, we’re rarely stuck with the lights we already have. We can trade our overhead lights for more stylish options, like wireless sconces and stunning table lamps, which don't even require the trouble of rewiring a fixture. Options abound in the lighting space, so you can easily curate a set-up that meets your needs, your aesthetic preferences, and your budget.

Need a little inspo? Scroll on to see 10 stunning bedrooms and modern bedroom lighting ideas worth stealing from each of them.

01 Load Up on Statement-Makers

Most bedrooms contain more than one lighting fixture: a chandelier over your bed, a table lamp on your nightstand, and maybe even a floor lamp in a bare corner. All of them can be as bold as you want them to be, so stock up on statement-makers and display them from floor to ceiling.

02 Commit to a Palette With Your Accents

An easy way to make your space feel harmonious? Color-coordinate your accents. Match your curtain rods to your door hinges, your door hinges to your picture frames, and your picture frames to your lighting fixtures.

Of course, these pieces don’t have to match exactly, but committing to a few accent colors can be a great way to bring your space together.

03 Balance Texture With Low-Profile Pieces

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Modern design is known for its bold lines and sleek silhouettes—but that doesn’t mean texture is totally off-limits. If you’ve found a woven sconce you love, hang it from your wall, then balance it out by filling your space with sleeker, more contemporary pieces.

04 Invest in Statement-Making Sconces

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When many of us hear the phrase “bedroom lighting,” sconces aren’t necessarily the first thing that comes to mind. But, they can make a sleek addition to any bedroom—not to mention, an incredibly practical one, too.

If you’re looking to free up space on your nightstand or to forgo having a nightstand entirely, consider mounting a couple of striking sconces on your wall.

05 Pair Bold With Bold

Once you’ve sprung for a statement-making chandelier, you may be tempted to keep the rest of your lighting fixtures pretty simple. But, there’s no reason they can’t be bold too.

Pair a striking overhead light with some equally striking table lamps. To keep your space feeling cohesive, look for pieces that match similar colors, shapes, or textures to balance out your space.

06 Embrace Negative Space

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When you have high ceilings, it can be tempting to fill all that space with a massive lighting fixture, but remember that you don’t have to. If you find a smaller chandelier you love, hang it, and embrace the negative space it creates.

Wide, open spaces play a big role in modern design, drawing the eye to the few pieces that are in the room, so don’t feel the need to fill space arbitrarily. 

07 Add a Sleek Spotlight

Depending on your bedtime routine, it may not be necessary to find a bedside lamp that produces a ton of light. Sometimes, a more targeted spotlight will do, especially if you’re big on reading. Consider what you need from your bedroom lighting, then stock up on fixtures that offer you just that.

08 Make a Subtle Statement

Your lighting setup doesn't have to be complicated to make a statement. A couple of sconces can go a long way—especially if the rest of your room is incredibly pared-down.

Focus on making your space feel the way you want it to, and don't worry about making it fit some prescription of what a modern space should look like. The most important thing is crafting a space you’ll love, and staying true to yourself is a great way to get there.

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