Bare Beauties (Light Bulbs, That Is)

42 comments on “Bare Beauties (Light Bulbs, That Is)”

1. Jessica at Lavender & Lilies
   February 8th, 2010 @ 6:14 am

   I’ve seen that trend more and more lately too. The clusters are really unique.
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2. AJ
   February 8th, 2010 @ 6:23 am

   I really, really like them, particularly in the photo of the darker bistro space, where they are set off against the background (could be a cluster too). They have a look of falling objects – it’s super. I just opened new office premises, in a loft, and found an old, vintage “fountain” standing lamp, chrome with white, bare bulbs. I looove it in our reception and we get a lot of compliments from clients. oxo AJ
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3. mise
   February 8th, 2010 @ 6:57 am

   This is a look I like a lot, and to add to your inspiration pics, Ally, here’s one I like for its spidery grace:

   http://www.uncrate.com/men/home/lighting/edison-chandelier/
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4. Jessica
   February 8th, 2010 @ 7:27 am

   Wow! The bulbs in that NYT photo are gorgeous against the navy walls.
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5. The Zhush
   February 8th, 2010 @ 7:45 am

   I too, keep coming back to that NYT image. LOVE it!
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6. Donna
   February 8th, 2010 @ 8:01 am

   Love the NYTimes photo…all those bulbs layered like that is really great!!!
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7. Lorna
   February 8th, 2010 @ 8:35 am

   Love the cluster in particular. Simple and plenty of impact
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8. Space by Eliana Tomas
   February 8th, 2010 @ 9:17 am

   I love the 3rd shot. The lamp is by Droog, a dutch company. In case you’re interested, here’s the link http://www.droog.com/products/lighting/85-lamps—110v/
   About the other link I sent and you liked, I have to say I love it too. It’s called Romeo by Philippe Starck to Flos.
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9. Huma
   February 8th, 2010 @ 9:32 am

   can’t tell if I love the NYT pic because of the colour of the walls, the chalkboard or the lights individually; but all together, it works – although I really like the second pic too – again, possibly because of the grey paintwork and orange chair rather than the single light bulb x
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10. Daniella
    February 8th, 2010 @ 9:38 am

    I am so loving these bulbs even more! Something so simple looks so great!

11. Jane Flanagan
    February 8th, 2010 @ 9:40 am

    I love the simple Edison! I definitely agree these work best in clusters or groupings.
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12. Lydia, Clueless Crafter
    February 8th, 2010 @ 9:42 am

    I was surprised by my affinity for the industrial look of the single or clustered bare bulbs as I’m a bit more of a traditionalist.

    Last weekend I contacted a seller on Etsy who makes industrial pendant lights with a handmade cage over the bulb. The way the cross-hatching breaks up the light adds an intrigue to any space.

    I, however, am trying to decide which bulb to ask the lamp designer to include in the final product. Anything other than the Edison bulb to consider?
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13. linda@LimeintheCoconut
    February 8th, 2010 @ 9:49 am

    The NYT image reminds me of fireflies at dusk. I have two bare bulbs in my kitchen right now…dimmer switch is a must! I would love to get the edison bulbs for them!
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14. Ally
    February 8th, 2010 @ 10:04 am

    mise: I saw that one too – it really does look like a very graceful spider.

    Eliana: I love that fixture so much! I’m thinking about it for another part of the house . . .

    Lydia: Click on the Rejuvenation link. They have a section on bulbs – check out the Reproduction or Decorative categories in particular.

15. Lesley @ TheDesignFile
    February 8th, 2010 @ 10:21 am

    I love this look and really lobbied my husband to get the Pottery Barn Edison Chandelier when it came out a year or two ago. But he wouldn’t go for it.

    These are beautiful. I’ll show it to my husband and see if I can get him to move…
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16. erin@designcrisis
    February 8th, 2010 @ 10:21 am

    I love the Edison bulbs, especially in clusters. I do worry that the light may be unflattering because it’s not diffused.
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17. Down and Out Chic
    February 8th, 2010 @ 10:57 am

    yup, these are definitely everywhere right now. i like the minimalist feel of them.
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18. Alissa
    February 8th, 2010 @ 1:17 pm

    simple. gorgeous. perfect.
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19. Louis W
    February 8th, 2010 @ 1:46 pm

    Z-Gallerie just came out with/ripped off a similar designed lamp. http://www.zgallerie.com/pc-8904-38-loft-chandelier.aspx

20. Jacqueline
    February 8th, 2010 @ 1:46 pm

    Isn’t it funny, Ally . I’ve had a bare bulb in a little lobby we have, for years, as I can’t find the right light fitting to go there, but now I think I’ll leave it. The ones you have shown look really good ….. I obviously was the instigator to the ones you have shown !!!! haha. XXXX
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21. Splendid Willow
    February 8th, 2010 @ 2:02 pm

    I love that look, Ally! I would just make sure that the bulb is not too cold and sterile looking. The second one is lovely! And I would sit in that blue restaurant all day long! Fun!

22. Piper
    February 8th, 2010 @ 2:15 pm

    I agree…they look great when clustered together (for some reason when I see just one it reminds me of being in a college dorm !

    btw…love that picture from the new york times…the lights look gorgeous hanging like that!
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23. K-Line
    February 8th, 2010 @ 2:18 pm

    Oh, I love this look. It’s become quite popular in certain chic restaurants to use this sort of fixture…
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24. Ally
    February 8th, 2010 @ 4:00 pm

    erin: Good point. God knows lighting is everything in that regard!

    Louis W: Wow, they’re fast!

    Jacqueline: You trendsetter, you!

    Piper: I can totally see that. I think the rest of the room needs to be pretty polished to avoid that.

25. Averill
    February 8th, 2010 @ 4:23 pm

    I like this a lot, especially in a very traditional space. It would be such a great contrast in your new, very Southern home!
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26. Sanity Fair
    February 8th, 2010 @ 4:27 pm

    These are so fun – actually, the first reminds me so much of fixtures in concert halls during the 70s – bare bulbs EVERYWHERE.
    Loving your new blog banner, and welcome South!

27. Acanthus & Acorn
    February 8th, 2010 @ 4:34 pm

    I do like this look in certain applications. The last image of the restaurant is fantastic!

28. desiree
    February 8th, 2010 @ 6:50 pm

    yeah I love them.. did you see the ‘Tove’ light bulb of concrete in my latest post You should like that one to.
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29. jess@birdhouse
    February 8th, 2010 @ 8:10 pm

    Got to love a naked bulb. These babies should never be covered up!

30. the domestic fringe
    February 8th, 2010 @ 8:24 pm

    Cute title! I like the look of bare bulbs, but in reality, I think they’d give me headaches. It’s not easy to look at a bulb without a shade.

    -FringeGirl
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31. Appletree
    February 8th, 2010 @ 8:35 pm

    I love that nyt image. so chic
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32. Elle
    February 8th, 2010 @ 10:25 pm

    ohmygoodness! I love that first image and think a similar fixture would look stunning over a corner dining table!

33. Lilah
    February 8th, 2010 @ 10:56 pm

    I love this look when it’s done right! The bare bulbs against the blue walls are sooo gorgeous!
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34. cristin @ simplified bee
    February 8th, 2010 @ 11:06 pm

    love the ones from muuto! fun post.

    xo,
    cristin
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35. Betsy Head
    February 9th, 2010 @ 12:20 am

    Exposed bulbs are the best. Also love the pendants you featured!

    Betsy

36. Lumo
    February 9th, 2010 @ 1:18 am

    The bare bulbs look great in those pictures, but I am not sure how well they would work in my home…
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37. Persis
    February 9th, 2010 @ 1:42 am

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    Please check http://onestylemile.blogspot.com/2010/02/of-awards-and-accolades.html to accept it.

    Have a lovely day!

    ~ Persis.
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38. Dagny @ Beautiful Living
    February 9th, 2010 @ 5:55 am

    Very chic! I’m loving the clusters the most!
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39. Lana
    February 9th, 2010 @ 6:01 am

    Brilliant post, so much inspiration! Really love this look
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40. jen jafarzadeh
    February 9th, 2010 @ 5:49 pm

    I have three bare edison bulbs in my place and love when they’re turned on. such pretty light.
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41. AL@eco house
    February 12th, 2010 @ 7:37 am

    Luv the pics! Where I live they will soon go from bare beauties to rare beauties. They’re banning conventional light bulbs all across European Union. I liked to used them in my designs… oh, well, life goes on!
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42. Anna
    April 1st, 2010 @ 11:48 pm

    I love the look of the 1st/3rd photo and I’m really loving the look and feel of the 4th/5th photo!

    http://annaelizabethpoole.blogspot.com/
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