Stylish Student Living – Enlighten Your Halls

Featured Inspiration

Published: 29th Aug 2024

Written by: Jess Pacitto

The countdown is well and truly on! The offers are in, the bags are getting packed, and the goodbyes are flowing – it can only mean one thing. That’s right, Freshers 2024 is around the corner!

Soon, students up and down the country will be flooding to cities far and near, ready to take the next steps into adulthood. But lest we forget, when it comes to packing up and moving out, there’s something oh so important that every guy and girl must consider – how to brighten up your halls!

There’s no hiding it; University housing is famous for its mundane and lackluster décor. But don’t be knocked down by the bore-fest, and think of it more as a blank canvas! An opportunity to allow your personality to shine through. Effective, simple lighting is the perfect way to make an easy, affordable impact and the best way to make your mark in and around your new digs. So, take a leaf out of our book and transform those bleak and bland whitewash walls into your home away from home.

Better be battery!

We won’t lie to you, times are tough, we get that. And it certainly isn’t easy being a student! In a world where it feels like bills are sky high, it’s important to make savvy savings where possible, and battery-operated lights may just be that shining beacon!

Battery powered fairy light are fantastic for adding a little extra sparkle in and around your new room and they’re definitely the most popular choice amongst your fellow students! Drape them over your headboard, surround your shelves or create a glow-rious boarder for your corkboard to create an inviting glow. If character is what you’re after, why not try battery powered festoons? These big bulbs are perfect for subtly highlighting your room whilst adding an effortless, festival-inspired vibe.

Want your personality to shine further? Novelty is the way to go! These subtle Moroccan inspired fairy lights are sleek and stylish, while these wooden heart fairy lights inject a sense of rustic, romantic charm that your flat mates are bound to love.

Nostalgia meets practicality

Despite the excitement that comes with ‘the big move’, we all know that it can be pretty scary saying goodbye to everyone and everything you know. Tackle the home sickness head-on and bring your loved ones along for the ride! These firefly peg lights are the perfect mix of practicality and style. Available in either white, warm white or a toasty amber glow, these wire lights come with 10 silver pegs perfect for hanging your friends and family high for all to see. Perfect.

Creating a warm welcome

Candles are the ultimate go-to when it comes to creating a warm and welcoming ambience, but let’s be realistic here. As much as we’re all for making yourself at home and feeling empowered in your new grown-up life, reality hits hard when at Uni – and those room inspectors come knocking when you least expect it! Health and safety is paramount at the end of day, so setting a blazing fire alight in your dorms may be frowned upon by some.

Well, we’re here to tell you not to worry! LED candles are the way to go! Whether you prefer the flickering glow of a single candle, or the roaring impact of a collection of our Authentic flame candles, these battery powered beauties are much safer than their real-life counterparts, so there’s no chance that the fire alarms going off at 2am on your watch! If you’re wanting to ramp up your candle styling, why not add a stylish ceramic lantern – it’s also available in pink!

So, whether you’re heading up north, down south or somewhere in between, embrace your inner stylist and surround your halls is wonderous light all year round.