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12 String Lights To Brighten Up Your Grownup Space, Now That You've Finally Traded In That Dorm Room Decor
There comes a time in every woman's life when she must ditch her dorm decor to embrace a more mature interior design scheme. Don't get us wrong: hanging Christmas lights all over our rooms was fun for a while, but now it's time to try out some more grown-up lighting options. It's time to back away from the holiday decorations.
Giving up plain string lights doesn't mean that your space has to be dark and boring; it just opens up the possibility for tons of fun, new lighting options. Flip through the gallery for lights that will make your space look totally put together — and keep your interior bright.
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Rose Lights
Cream roses transform white string lights into a romantic accent piece.
Lights, $17.50, etsy.com
Daisy String Lights
Give your room a warm glow with these dainty yellow daisy lights.
Lights, $28, urbanoutfitters.com
Lace String Lights
Feminine lace-decked lights make the perfect decoration for an elegant get-together.
Lights, $19, etsy.com
Pink Flower Lights
These pink flower lights are just the right balance of youthful and mature for adding a botanical touch to your interior.
Lights, $28.53, etsy.com
Jewel Lights
Bring in some glamour to your home with lights that shine bright like diamonds.
Lights, $22.95, pier1.com
Bronze Wire Lights
A touch of bronze wire makes these lights a simple, versatile lighting option for any room.
Lights, $24.99, worldmarket.com
Purple Flower Lights
Keep springtime going all year long with vivid purple blossoms.
Lights, $10.95, etsy.com
Pear Light Covers
Kitchy, cute, and sightly minimalist, these light covers by IKEA are simply irresistible.
Light covers, $5, ikea.com
Origami Lights
Rainbow lights don’t veer into childish territory when accented by beautiful origami flowers.
Lights, $28.24, etsy.com
Industrial String Lights
Give your kitchen a café feel with these all-white lights.
Lights, $49, westelm.com
Starfish Lights
Give your space a beachy vibe without the sand with glowing starfish lights.
Lights, $22.95, pier1.com
Metal Lattice String Lights
These lattice lights perfectly light up a cozy bungalow to create a comfy hideaway.
Lights, $24.99, worldmarket.com
