You’ll soon figure out that your dorm room has nowhere near enough lighting for the day, let alone for when you need to pull an all-nighter, so desk lamps are essential for all collegiettes. However, after all the effort you’ve put into decorating your room, you don’t want to be let down by having a really boring desk lamp! We’ve compiled a list of the best desk lamps to brighten up your dorm room.
1. Teen Vogue Desk Lamp from Dormify: $39.99
This is such a fun lamp! Not only will it literally brighten up your room, but it comes in a great selection of colors to brighten up your room’s color scheme as well. This lamp can also pivot easily so that it can light up any part of your room as you need it. We love this hot pink color, but it also comes in red, lime, or black.
2. Room Essentials Stick Lamp with Flower Print from Target, $16.99
If you’ve chosen a floral theme for your dorm room, then this lamp will complete your look. It’s a simple stick lamp, but the lampshade is so pretty and will make any bare dorm room look a little more interesting.
3. Flexible Neck Easy Clip College Lamp from OCM, $14.95
This might not be the prettiest of the lamps, but it’s so handy. If you’re working in bed or are even just sitting with your laptop, it’s great to be able to have a lamp right next to you. Sometimes the best way to do to this isn’t your usual desk lamp on your bedside table, but to find a lamp that you can clip to your headboard (if you have one). This is such a great space saver if you don’t have a huge bedside table of if you’ve already filled yours with something else!
4. White Resin Table Lamp from Target, $29.99 – $39.99
This classic lamp is gorgeous. While serving its purpose, it’ll also bring a bit of fun to your room, since it’s one of the cutest lamps that we found. Shown here in pink for $29.99, it’s also available in blue (at $39.99).
5. Verilux SmartLight Curve Desk Lamp from Bed Bath & Beyond, $29.99
If you’re not looking for anything the least bit traditional, then this desk lamp is more up your alley. It’s also meant to replicate natural daylight so that you can study and read for longer than you would be able to with a regular lamp. Perfect for those of you who plan on pulling all-nighters!
6. Spot Light Lamp from Target, $34.39
This is the coolest lamp we’ve found, and it’s perfect for anyone who loves movies! If you’re avoiding boring lamps, then this is the one for you; it’s sure to attract comments from your friends. This would make such a cool addition to any dorm room, especially in this gorgeous teal color.
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7. Lykta Table Lamp from Ikea, $12.99
If you want a few pops of color for your dorm room, be sure to check out these great lamps from Ikea! Each lamp is unique because the glass is mouth blown, so you’ll have something a little more individual.
8. Smart Table Lamp from Ikea, $19.99
If you’re short on space and need a lamp that won’t take up much room, then this might be your best bet – it’s super thin! It’s also meant to give out a nice, soft light, so it’ll create a nice ambiance in your dorm. Perfect if you plan on relaxing there and studying in the library.
9. Rachel Table Lamp from Bed Bath & Beyond, $19.99
This range of lamps is adorable, since the different fabrics are great and the colored metal bases finish them off well. Pick this lamp if you have a fairly simple dorm but are looking for accessories to spice it up.
10. Eiffel Tower Table Lamp from Target, $44.99
If you’re back from a semester abroad or just love the idea of traveling, then this lamp would be perfect for you! Why have simple lamps when you can have a mini Eiffel Tower in your room? Paris is always a good idea.
11. Ottlite Vero Table Lamp from Target, $57.09
This is another great space saver for your work desk. If you don’t have the space for a large lamp, then this will fit perfectly at the back of your desk so that you can work late into the night!
12. Lipstick Lamp from Target, $39.99
Kiss goodbye to boring dorm décor with this lamp. It’s a bit out there, but it’ll be a great feature piece for your room, and it’s a great way to show off your girly side! If you want something that the girls in your dorm are sure to compliment you on, then this will be perfect for you.
13. iHome Colortunes 1 Light Organizer iPod Lamp from Target, $49
Still running around trying to shop for an iPod dock, a desk organizer, and a lamp? Done! There’s no need to buy three different things for your desk when you can get them all in one, and it’s a great price for all three combined. Great if you’re not totally organized yet!
Which is your favorite lamp, collegiettes? Let us know in the comments below!