If you're someone who struggles to wake up in the morning, a sunrise alarm is a particularly good option for a gentle wake-up that won't leave you feeling lethargic.
All too often, though, these can look overly plastic or bulky, detracting from the style of your curated nightstand. The Vivilumens Sunrise Alarm Clock, available at Amazon, however, is ideal for even the smallest of spaces, with a unique, clever design that makes a subtle design statement, without taking up much space.
Here's why shoppers are saying it's 'worth every penny' for those striving to become a morning person without compromising on style.
All prices were correct at the time of publication.
This is one of the best-looking sunrise alarms I've ever seen, with a slimline design that can easily slot into even the smallest of spaces. The light gradually brightens 10 minutes before your alarm, to help you wake up feeling refreshed.
The way you wake up is a key ingredient to helping you sleep better − most importantly, don't wake up too suddenly, and you'll feel groggy all day, and restless as bedtime approaches.
That's why, as the Sleep Editor here at Homes & Gardens, I recommend using a sunrise alarm to stave off sluggishness, and have recently been shopping around for an option to suit me and my space, which is when I spotted the Vivilumens Sunrise Alarm Clock, available at Amazon.
Mimicking a natural sunrise, this alarm works to brighten your sleep space over 10 minutes before your alarm sounds, to help you wake up slowly, rather than with a sudden jolt. It also features 10 soothing sounds, from white noise to birdsong, with the option to set them on a 30, 60, or 90-minute timer, to help you fall asleep faster, too.
Additionally, it handily operates as a bedroom clock, with an LED display, can be used as a night light, and features a built-in USB charging port for convenience.
Hebe Hatton, our Head of Interiors here at Homes & Gardens, agrees. 'A tidy bedside table is even more important to me than a tidy workspace,' she says. 'This is the last thing I interact with at night and the first thing I interact with in the morning, so no matter how eclectic my interior design style might be, this surface needs to be sleek and uncluttered, only displaying the essentials.
'This alarm clock is ideal as it's chic but sleek, blending into the surroundings while still making a bit of a design statement.'
What Shoppers Say
With your nightstand having more of a bearing than you may think on the way you rest and recharge, and an uncluttered space without too much visual noise is vital for good bedroom Feng Shui. With this alarm clock, fortunately, you'll be able to avoid any major nightstand design mistakes.
And, shoppers agree.
'Worth every penny!' reads one recent review, from Kiersten. 'This alarm clock is absolutely perfect, especially if you are like me and really struggle to wake up in the mornings. It's gentle but effective, and it looks nice too! Easy to set up and use, thanks to the very clear instructions included.'
Another, from Jeff and Mindy, highlights my own thoughts on the design of this sunrise alarm clock, calling it 'absolutely beautiful.'
'I've wanted a sunrise alarm clock for years, but never bought one because most of them are tacky plastic things and I didn't want that on my nightstand,' they write. 'This looks beautiful there.'
More to Shop
Below, you can shop from a selection of sleep and wake-up essentials, from my favorite silk eye mask for when you're keen to avoid a bright sunrise on weekends, alternative sunrise alarm options, and some tried and tested bedding picks that I recommend to all shoppers.
All prices were correct at the time of publication.
Turning on the radio is genuinely the first thing I do every morning to help me wake up, and this alarm does it for you. It's also optimized for sleep, with LEDs with reduced blue light and an auto-dimming display.
Some weekends, a sleep-in is simply necessary. This silk eye mask offers total, comfortable blackout and is also naturally temperature-regulating, with a wraparound design that will stay in place while you sleep.
This sunrise alarm features Bluetooth connectivity, adjustable volume control, and a programmable sleep-to-music timer. It also conveniently includes a battery backup, so you won't miss your alarm in a power cut.
This European Linen bundle from Bed Threads includes everything you need to seriously upgrade your sleep space: A fitted sheet, flat sheet, duvet cover, and four pillowcases, all in a cooling, lightweight percale.
This bestselling book is filled with tips and tricks to help make waking up easier, even if you're not a morning person. It has almost 26,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.
The cotton and viscose blend of this bedding works to wick away moisture and keep you cool and comfortable as you sleep. It's also available in a black and white stripe, if you prefer a more neutral look.
A sunrise alarm is just one of many smart home gadgets that improve your sleep.
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