Shelf styling, in my opinion, is an art form. Between positioning books and arranging decorative objects, it's as if you're creating your very own masterpiece in the heart of your home – a masterpiece that deserves to be lit.
That said, finding the right lighting ideas for bookshelves is no easy feat. Most table lamps are either too tall or their shades are too wide for shelves, and while mini rechargeable lamps have been a game changer for lighting bookshelves, Joanna Gaines just created something better.
As part of her new spring collection at Target, the Wood Mid Tone Bookshelf Lamp doesn't sit next to your books; it can subtly sit within them.
This lamp is a chic choice for any bookshelf. It's designed with a metal base for support and a wooden stand that mimics a bookend. Its metal body curves downward and up to support its fabric shade. This lamp features a 5' cord and a metal knob for ease when turning it on and off.
Because of the curvature of its body, this lamp can comfortably fit on shelves, and since its metal base is wider than its wooden stand, it's sturdy enough to stand upright on its own. And did you notice how it resembles a bookend? This lamp was designed that way so it won't look out of place on your shelves – in fact, it'll fit right in, supporting books and providing ample light for the bookshelf in its entirety. It's the perfect bookshelf styling component.
This bookshelf lamp is a hot commodity for good reason. Not only is it a practical choice, but it's a chic one, too. Its simple yet elegant style leans into the modern farmhouse aesthetic that Joanna Gaines is known for, and its design can certainly elevate any shelf on which you place it.
Aside from my praise of this lamp, it has great reviews. 'This lamp was exactly what my built-in shelves were missing,' one reviewer wrote. 'It adds the perfect amount of light, and it’s so cute. Recommend!' Lots of reviewers have even added photos of the lamp in their spaces, further proving how beneficial this lamp is for shelves in reading nooks or home libraries.
Of course, the obvious styling choice for this lamp is on a bookshelf. However, there are loads of other places in which it can be styled. You can position it on the desk in your home office, next to a cocktail-making book on your bar cart, or even on an open shelf in your kitchen. As long as it's positioned within 5' from an outlet, the styling possibilities are endless for this clever little lamp.
Joanna Gaines designed and released a similar version of this lamp a few collections back, and it sold out almost immediately after it dropped – I kept such a close eye on it for months after, but I never saw it reappear at Target. And sure enough, that lamp is now being sold on resale sites like Mercari and Poshmark for significantly more than its initial price. Needless to say, people love this bookshelf lamp. So while this variation is in stock (and less than $50, might I add), pick it up ASAP.
As for the rest of your bookshelf, I've pulled together a few decor choices from the rest of Joanna's new collection that can help stylize the scene. Shop them, below.
Shop Shelf Styling Decor from Hearth & Hand With Magnolia
I'm a big fan of decorating with analog clocks, and this one from Joanna's Hearth & Hand collection at Target just might be my next buy. With its metal frame, it has a retro look to its design. Stand it alone on your bookshelf or position it next to some books as a makeshift bookend.
Whether you fill it with flowers or leave it empty, this vase is a stylish choice for your bookshelf. Its pleated design adds textural appeal, and its soft, light blue color looks classic and elegant. It can definitely help stylize your bookcase.
This globe can add vintage appeal to any spot in your home – from the desk in your office to the shelves in your living room. It's only 10" in height, which makes it the perfect size for small shelves. It'll add so much character to your bookshelf display.
A well-styled bookshelf is like a work of art that deserves to be lit. With the Wood Mid Tone Bookshelf Lamp from Joanna Gaines' Target collection, your bookshelf will become the standout feature whatever room in which it exists. Plus, it'll contribute to the bookshelf wealth display that you've already set up on your shelves.
