Outdoor Lighting : Top 10 Styles Reviewed and Rated

There are a variety of outdoor lighting to choose from. From energy saving ones to lights that are intricately crafted – you have a wide range of designs to choose from. A lot of what you are can be expressed through the kind of outdoor lighting that you choose and which depict your style. Outdoor decorative lighting can make any entrance look festive and colorful. You can choose between colored lights and white ones; between ornate lights and simplistic ones; between a string of lamps and a single piece – there are many to choose from. Here are ten amazing outdoor lighting designs that are great for the festive season!


1. 38″ Flexible Lighting 96 LED Battery Operated
PRICE : USD 35

The 38″ Flexible Lighting 96 is an LED battery operated design that comes in white as well as blue light options. It takes 8 AA batteries to power this string of lights which can also alternatively work with a plug in and for that you would require a 12V plug-in adapter. The casing of this light string is waterproof which makes it perfect fr outdoor applications. It also has waterproof connectors for more protection against wet weather. This entire string comprises of 96 LED lights with a length of approximately 38 1/2 inches. The best part about these these LED strings are that they are architectural-grade and very flexible as they are coated with silicone.

USP

These LED strings are that they are architectural-grade and very flexible as they are coated with silicone.

PROS
Great for a lot of outdoor lighting purposes.

2. Clear 30-Bulb String Lights
PRICE : USD 30

The clear 30-bulb string lights is perfect for any occasion and are great for outdoor as well as indoor decorations. As they are fixed in a straight line, in case one bulb fuses out, the other will remain lit. The availability of an end-to-end plug permits a maximum of three strands to be fixed together.

USP

Perfect for any occasion.

PROS
Attractive design.
Easy to install.
Durable.
Easy to clean.

3. Lantern cage light strand
PRICE : USD 25

The lantern cage light strand comprises of 10 miniature cages made out of metal which comprise a 5W bulb each. These strings are safe to use in outdoor applications with a length that runs up to 11 feet. The metal cages have a green finishing which looks very festive.

USP

Each of the ten bulbs in the strand is contained inside a metal cage which looks very attractive.

PROS
Very stylish.

4. Accordian Paper Lantern String Light
PRICE : USD 14

The Accordian paper lantern is a string of lights that runs around 12 feet in length and three such strings can be connected together. The strings are made by using accordian paper lanterns of any style, color or size – just as you like it! Each string comprises of ten lanterns that are handmade by using high quality rice paper.

USP

These strings of paper lanterns are handmade out of high quality rice paper and can be customized according to your choice!

PROS
Very beautiful.

5. Dragonfly and Hummingbird Solar String Light Covers
PRICE : USD 25

These amazing solar light covers in the shape of a Hummingbird or Dragonfly are amazing and very beautiful to look at. They are available in sets of 28 or 14 and are made out of durable and crystal clear plastic that lend a magical glow and light up the animal. These lamps are great for any occasion!

USP

Very stylish plastic-based clear solar light covers in the shape of a hummingbird and dragonfly that make them light up and look real.

PROS
Very magical.
Amazing lighting effect.

6. Disc String Lights
PRICE : USD 225

A single strand of the disc string lights comprise of ten porcelain-based shades that are glazed on the inside with whichever color you choose. The cord runs for 11 feet and each bulb or disc is placed 12 inches apart. Simple assembly is required before it becomes ready to hang. The string makes use of 5W G40 bulbs that are smaller than a golf ball. Even if one bulb is fused, the other stay lit. You can join three strands at a time with the help of an end-to-end connection.

USP

The disc string lights are made of porcelain shades (whose color you can decide) that carry a 5W G40 bulb.

PROS
Very attractive to look at.
Easy to install.

7. Solar String Lights
BRAND : Solar Illuminations
PRICE : USD 40

This set of string lights is solar-powered and are greatly in demand because they are one of the best outdoor lighting designs. Manufactured by Solar Illuminations, the solar string lights come in a wide range of colors to choose from. These lights are perfect to use on your Christmas trees or on other festive occasions. These lights are a boon for places where electricity in unavailable or where it is not feasible to do the wiring. They are also hugely popularly for lighting towns and cities due to their Eco-friendly nature. These lights, in most outdoor applications, have the capacity to run from dusk to to dawn after a complete recharge. Each strand comprises of 100 LED bulbs which do not need replacing. You can buy these light strings in warm white, all white or even multicolor!

USP

They save on electricity as they are solar powered and use LED lamps.

PROS
Very easy to install.
Very attractive.

8. Solar Hanging Lanterns
BRAND : DesOur
PRICE : USD 15

The solar hanging lanterns by DesOur are made out of a durable fabric that can withstand all types of weather. These Asian-looking lanterns are very beautiful and attractive and provide an enchanting glow without using electricity. You can hang them anywhere – around a terrace, a porch and they will light up the atmosphere. Made out of durable and colorful nylon fabric, these lamps are water resistant and fade resistant which make them perfect for outdoor applications. There is also Round lanterns and a Limited Edition that comes along with a base stand to convert it for tabletop use. Powered by the sun, these lamps are extremely Eco-friendly.

USP

These lamps use clean energy – solar energy. The fabric of these lanterns is weather-resistant and fade resistant – making them ideal for outdoor applications.

PROS
Very attractive.
Environmentally friendly.

9. G50 15 Light Set
PRICE : USD 26

The G50 15 light set is very popular for outdoor applications in patios, decks, weddings, restaurants pools and so on. These lights provide a warm ambiance and look great and are very easy to install as well. Each of the bulbs are 5W with a candelabra/C7 base and are a little bigger than a golf ball. Each light strand comprises of 15 lamps and in case one bulb happens to burn out, the others do not get affected. The strands have an end-to-end connection and you can connect up to four strands at a time. No assembly is required as the strands come pre-fitted with the bulbs, so you only need to hang them.

USP

These light strands are great for outdoor applications and provide a warm ambiance. In case any light bulbs burn out, the rest keep burning.

PROS
Great ambiance.
Visually appealing.

10. Carved Wood String Lights
PRICE : USD 15

With the carved wood lights string, you can add festivity and glow to your outdoor parties with this amazing lighting that comprises of an array of intricately carved wooden lanterns in different geometric shapes. The string runs up to nine feet in length and also has an end-to-end plug that makes it possible for three strands to join together. There are ten lights in each strand.

USP

Each strand comprises of ten amazing intricately carved wooden lanterns that contain the bulb.

PROS
Attractive design.
Easy to install.
Warm ambiance.
Intricate wood carving.

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