I’m Convinced This Anthropologie Plug-In Wall Sconce Is the Best Small-Apartment Purchase I’ve Ever Made

A classic bedroom with striped walls, an ornate bed frame, matching end tables, two sconces, and frilly pillows.

From the moment I moved into my New York City studio apartment, I knew that lighting the place would be a challenge. One large room with no overhead light source meant that I was basically working with a blank canvas – and that I had to get creative with my lighting ideas.

I began with table lamps; placing one on my dresser and another on my desk. Then, I positioned a floor lamp in the sliver of space between my couch and my closet. I even included a mini portable lamp in the scheme for extra ambience. I was layering lighting like a pro.