Everyone’s obsessed with rechargeable lamps — this £12 Dusk find is my favourite

IF there’s one lighting trend that’s about to take over our homes this season, it’s rechargeable lamps — and I can completely see why. And while there are plenty of designs doing the rounds, Dusk’s £12 Birdie rechargeable table lamp has quickly become one of my favourites. This gorgeous rechargeable light is currently on sale Birdie Rechargeable Pleated Table Lamp, £17 (was £29) Gone are the days when every table lamp needed to live permanently beside a plug socket, because cordless designs mean you can move your lighting around whenever and wherever you fancy. Sign up for the Shopping newsletter Thank you! The Dusk lamp manages to look both classic and bang on the minimalist interiors trend without feeling like it’s trying too hard. With its crisp white pleated shade and sculptural black base, it will fit perfectly in most homes. The gently fluted shade also helps that soft, warm glow that instantly makes a room feel a little more cosy — particularly once the evenings start drawing in. It’s the sort of lamp I’d happily leave out on a bedside table, but because there’s no cable trailing across the surface, it would work just as well styled on a sideboard, shelf or dining table. This lamp suits most decor flawlessly Birdie Rechargeable Pleated Table Lamp, £17 (was £29) At just 17.5cm x 17.5cm x 20cm, it’s pleasingly compact, making it a good option if you’re working with a smaller space or simply want to layer up your lighting without adding a bulky accessory. Most read in Shopping The best bit, though, is obviously the fact that you can pick it up and move it around without hunting for a plug socket. Birdie takes around three to four hours to charge via mains power, after which you can expect between five and six hours of cordless glow, depending on how you use it. The bulb is included too, so there’s no faffing around trying to find the right one before you can actually use it. I particularly like the idea of using a couple of rechargeable lamps around the house, rather than relying on one harsh overhead light to illuminate an entire room. They’re also a handy solution for renters or anyone who doesn’t want to start drilling holes or adding extra sockets just to improve their lighting. If you love the thought of rechargeable lights but aren’t sold on the Dusk lamp, then the M&S rechargeable lamp may be just what you’re looking for. Or you may want something bolder, like Dunelm’s £25 deer print table light. If you are looking for lights for the garden, you should check out Argos’ £13 solar lights that are perfect for a high-end garden look. Comment now