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After a cozy fall evening out, we’re often left wondering how we can bottle up that ineffable vibe and bring it home for the holidays. When looking to classic Manhattan establishments for direction (hello, Bemelmans), there’s one key accessory on the table: tiny lamps. But cordless mood lighting that skews traditional or elegant as opposed to modern is hard to find—unless you’re willing to invest in pricier designs, that is. That’s why this surprising under-$50 Amazon gem caught our eye. O’Bright, the brand behind a reader-favorite pharmacy task lamp, recently dropped a portable style that, thanks to its linen shade and antique brass base, looks like it belongs in a posh New York cocktail lounge.
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O’Bright’s Seraph table lamp is all about movable ambiance rather than stationary task lighting. Powered by a rechargeable battery (via USB-C), its LED bulb delivers three dimmable settings (20%, 50%, and 100% brightness)—a crucial feature that makes it easy to shift the mood during your next dinner party with the press of a button. The only caveat we could spot is that instead of the 48 hours the brand claims it should last, most reviewers report the timeline is closer to 10. But here’s why that’s easy to overlook in this case: Most portable styles we’ve come across online are metal from top to bottom (exhibit A and B). The fact that this one is capped with a fabric drum makes it look decidedly more dignified, which is exactly what you want if you’re aiming to channel the Carlyle’s iconic old-fashioned charm.
While the reviews so far are slim, it’s now the number-one release in table lamps on Amazon. Plus more than a couple of comments that are accompanied by an in situ image are enough to convince us that it comes just as pictured (or, as one reviewer points out, even “nicer than the pictures.”). “This is a great lamp for the price,” one shopper writes, adding that they’re fans of its under-cabinet-friendly size. Another reviewer shares, “I used this lamp on a small table between two chairs where there is no electrical outlet.” Others offer that it looks just as smart situated on a bedside nightstand, entryway console table, and kitchen counter where plug-ins are hard to come by.
Outdoor Wall Light Fixtures To really lean into that classy New York bar aesthetic, pick up a few other accessories to complete the look. Our favorites include staples such as roll-top bowls you can fill with olives or citrus; trios of snack dishes primed for fancy nuts and truffle potato crisps; delicate martini glasses and cocktail trays.