We know there’s something deeply satisfying about curling up with a good book under cozy lighting. Because how are you supposed to dive into that late-night plot twist if your light is either blasting like an interrogation lamp or too dim to see a single word?
That’s where bedside reading wall lights come in to save the night—literally. These aren’t generic sconces that flicker like a movie starter pack. Here we’ve curated a list of seven highly stylish bedside reading wall lights that would accompany you in your late-night reading sessions.
7 Bedside Reading Wall Lights
1. Modern Minimalist Wall
The Modern Minimalist Wall Light offers a clean and fresh aesthetic with its matte black exterior and wooden accents. It has a tapered shade that provides focused lighting. Plus, you can direct its radiance to exactly where you need it thanks to the movable hinge it’s attached to.
Ideal for a low-profile bedroom setup, this fixture thrives when mounted just above your headboard or beside a floating nightstand. It works especially well in neutral-toned rooms, ones that also utilize a brown-white-black palette. It’s best to also lay out some wooden furniture in your bedroom for a cohesive look.
2. Radiant Sphere Wall Sconce
Minimalism, but give it a futuristic edge. The Radiant Sphere Wall Sconce is a dream for readers who love sleek and contemporary designs. This wall light maintains a low profile with its semisphere shade just mounted right next to your bed’s headboard.
It has a golden exterior that perfectly complements its equally golden glow. It’s the perfect night light for when you’re reading using a device (maybe your phone or a Kindle) that already provides brightness. Think of it as a support light for your handy-dandy reading tools.
3. Vintage Arc Wall Sconce
Who says old-school can’t be cool? The Vintage Arc Wall Sconce is a throwback in all the right ways—like vinyl records and handwritten love letters. Its dome-shaped silhouette and matte black finish give off retro charm that still fits effortlessly into a modern bedroom.
Mount it slightly above or beside your bed frame for that classic reading nook vibe. It’s perfect for cozy bedrooms with warm wood accents. The patterned grains of wooden furniture pieces provide a great contrast against the smooth exterior of this sconce.
4. Deco Light Wall
If Jay Gatsby from the famous classic The Great Gatsby had a Kindle, this would’ve been his reading light. The Deco Light Wall is all about that glam that Art Deco is known for. Its sleek golden frame and single exposed filament bulb look subtle yet command full attention.
Because of its exposed bulb, you won’t have to worry about reading in the dark anymore. Style this chic wall light in a minimalist bedroom with matte black hardware and pale wood furniture. Or use it to add contrast in an eclectic space full of prints and textures. Your room, your aesthetic, your rules!
5. Antique Brass Wall Light
If your soul feels a little vintage (or at least your Pinterest board does), the Antique Brass Wall Light is calling you. With its antique textured brass finish and perfectly tapered shade, this wall sconce looks like it’s taken directly from a century-old library and installed right next to your bed.
This is the ideal lighting for those who love the serenity of a quiet night in, a cup of tea, and a good romance hardcover. Plus, it has a downlight direction that is ideal for focused reading without disturbing whoever’s trying to sleep on the other side of the bed.
6. Charm Wall Lamp White
The Charm Wall Lamp White is basically the lighting version of a fresh start. Crisp white, timeless, and effortlessly elegant. It’s like morning sunlight in a wall fixture. It has the classic look of a lamp shade, which provides sufficient illumination for activities like journaling and nighttime reading.
Mount it beside your bed where its pure white linen shade and golden arm can enhance the elegance of the whole space. A neutral color palette would go well with this fixture. It has a minimalist figure that suits well with interior styles like Scandinavian, coastal, or Japandi.
7. Lunar Arc Wall Light
What’s better than reading under the moonlight? Using that lunar radiance as your night light! That’s exactly the cosmic elegance that the Lunar Arc Wall Light brings. Sitting on an arched slender frame, this it features a white spherical frosted bulb reminiscent of a bright full moon.
Its translucent shade allows for a soft and gentle light diffusion. You won’t have to worry about harsh glares hurting your eyes when light is reflected off your phone screen. This heavenly-inspired wall fixture works beautifully in boho, minimalist, and even maximalist rooms—because its black-and-white tones play well with pretty much anything.
Epilogue: Novels, Blankets, and Cozy Nights
Gone are the days of basic bedside lamps and boring overhead lighting. Give your bedside an unexpected “character development” moment with any of these stylish wall-mounted bedside reading lights.
So if you’re a bookworm or someone who simply loves a good late-night scroll, these bedside wall lights are a sure game-changer to your “just one more chapter, then I’ll sleep” routine.
