15 magical LED string light ideas for your home (2024)

15 magical LED string light ideas for your home (1)

Ambient and decorative lighting can make all the difference when it comes to creating a warm, inviting atmosphere at home. Whether it's your bedroom, living room or garden, effortlessly draping a selection of twinkling fairy lights from the walls can totally transform your space, adding impact and visual interest. Give your lacklustre abode a new lease of life with these 15 magical string light ideas.

Types of LED string lights

From minimalist copper wiring to fluffy pom poms, LED string lights come in countless shapes and sizes. Otherwise known as fairy lights, string lights were once synonymous with students' university halls, smothering the walls to create an almost party-like ambience. Since then, string lights have come a long way and are now a popular choice in many homes thanks to their comforting aesthetic. Types of LED string lights include (but are not limited to):

Indoor string lights
Outdoor string lights
Novelty string lights
Wire string lights
Festoon string lights
Rope string lights
Shaped string lights

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The Festoon LED String Lights
20 LED Festoon Outdoor String Lights
£18 at Dunelm
£18 at Dunelm
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The Geo LED String Lights
Geo LED String Lights
£9 at Habitat
£9 at Habitat
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The Celestial LED String Lights
Moon Star LED Curtain String Lights
£26 at Etsy
£26 at Etsy
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The Rattan LED String Lights
10 Rattan Sphere Solar Fairy Lights
£18 at lights4fun
£18 at lights4fun
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The Pom Pom LED String Lights
Pom Pom LED String Lights
£15 at Amazon
£15 at Amazon
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The Gold Wire LED Lights
Lea Gold String Lights
£10 at Oliver Bonas
£10 at Oliver Bonas
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The Basic LED String Lights
Solar Powered Black LED Lights
£16 at John Lewis
£16 at John Lewis
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The Globe LED String Lights
Globe Cool White LED String Lights
£11 at Amazon
£11 at Amazon
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The Rope LED String Lights
Inlight Rope LED String lights
£7 at B&Q
£7 at B&Q
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The Peach Drop LED String Lights
Peach Drop String Fairy Lights
£25 at Not On The High Street
£25 at Not On The High Street
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How to style string lights

When it comes to styling string lights, pick colours and styles that work alongside your existing decor. If you love maximalist colour and pattern, opt for string lights that feature exuberant designs and unique shapes. Alternatively, if you're more of a neutral aficionado, opt for classic LED micro string lights in a warm white light. Incorporate the lights throughout different areas of your home, such as draped across the mantelpiece or weaved through plants. We love the look of wire string lights bottled up in an upcycled glass.

20 LED Festoon Outdoor String Lights

The Festoon LED String Lights

20 LED Festoon Outdoor String Lights

£18 at Dunelm

If you're hosting an outdoor get-together, festoon lights are a must-have. Featuring traditional, big bulb garlands, it'll create an inviting ambience that's perfect for parties. Complete with warm white bulbs, these stylish string lights are particularly ideal for large gardens as they can be joined up to create a long chain.

Power source	Mains powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	5m

The Geo LED String Lights

Geo LED String Lights

The Geo LED String Lights

Geo LED String Lights

Now 25% Off

£9 at Habitat

Finish off a bohemian-inspired garden or balcony with these solar powered geo string lights. When fully charged, the LED lights run for seven hours, making them an ideal option for garden parties in the summer. Priced at just £9, you can stock up on a few packs!

Power source	Solar powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	1.8m

The Celestial LED String Lights

Moon Star LED Curtain String Lights

The Celestial LED String Lights

Moon Star LED Curtain String Lights

£26 at Etsy

How cute are these celestial LED string lights? This magnificent array of illuminated moons and stars is perfect for creating an elegant, ethereal feel in your home. With eight different modes, you can drape them behind your curtains and switch to 'slo-glo' for ultimate ambience.

Power source	Mains powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	3.5m

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The Rattan LED String Lights

10 Rattan Sphere Solar Fairy Lights

The Rattan LED String Lights

10 Rattan Sphere Solar Fairy Lights

Now 10% Off

£18 at lights4fun

Combining LED light with solar power is a stellar idea. Not only will the lights shine brighter than other types of string lights, but they'll also work for an extended period of time. These rattan string lights are an essential for both indoor and outdoor use; simply drape along a fence or through tree branches for a rustic outdoor look.

Power source	Solar powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	2.25m

The Pom Pom LED String Lights

Pom Pom LED String Lights

The Pom Pom LED String Lights

Pom Pom LED String Lights

£15 at Amazon

Is there anything more fun than colourful pom pom string lights? These battery-powered LED lights feature vivid colours alongside bright LED bulbs to create a jolly, illuminated look. Hang across the window frame of a child's bedroom to really brighten up the space.

Power source	Battery powered
Bulb colour	Warm white

The Gold Wire LED Lights

Lea Gold String Lights

The Gold Wire LED Lights

Lea Gold String Lights

£10 at Oliver Bonas

Subtle and classy, wire string lights are a match made in heaven for minimalist homes. Complete with 60 tiny LED bulbs on fine gold wire, these string lights can be moulded into various shapes or neatly wrapped around objects. Add to a clear vase with neutral dried stems for a cosy ambience.

Length	3m

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The Basic LED String Lights

Solar Powered Black LED Lights

The Basic LED String Lights

Solar Powered Black LED Lights

£16 at John Lewis

Keep it simple and effective with these twinkly LED string lights from John Lewis. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, these solar powered lights are ideal for wrapping round a garden tree to create an ambient atmosphere. Plus, they're a bargain at just £16!

Power source	Solar powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	11.9m

The Globe LED String Lights

Globe Cool White LED String Lights

The Globe LED String Lights

Globe Cool White LED String Lights

Now 28% Off

£11 at Amazon

Keep it cool with these stylish globe LED string lights. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, the cool white bulbs will complement ultra-modern home and garden spaces. We recommend styling these frosted globe lights around silver lanterns for a cool, contemporary vibe.

Power source	Battery powered
Bulb colour	Cool white
Length	8m

The Rope LED String Lights

Inlight Rope LED String lights

The Rope LED String Lights

Inlight Rope LED String lights

£7 at B&Q

Create a rustic look in your home with rope LED string lights. Made with natural rope, these country-inspired lights would look gorgeous styled with a traditional storage bench and vintage market-style boxes. Alternatively, wrap around coat hooks to create an ambient, country-modern feel at home.

Power source	Battery powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	2.1m

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The Peach Drop LED String Lights

Peach Drop String Fairy Lights

The Peach Drop LED String Lights

Peach Drop String Fairy Lights

£25 at Not On The High Street

These peach drop LED string lights will make a beautiful addition to any bedroom. Simply drape them from a vase or splay them across a dressing table. It's available as both battery and mains powered to suit your space.

Power source	Battery powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	2m

The Llama LED String Lights

20 Llama Children's Fairy Lights

The Llama LED String Lights

20 Llama Children's Fairy Lights

Now 23% Off

£17 at lights4fun

An equal mix of fun and cute, these LED string lights from Lights4fun will make a charming addition to any child's bedroom. We recommend draping from a bookcase or shelving.

Power source	Mains powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	3.8m

The Dandelion LED String Lights

Mini Dandelion LED String Lights

The Dandelion LED String Lights

Mini Dandelion LED String Lights

€15 at ManoMano

These nature-inspired dandelion LED lights will complement both indoor and outdoor spaces. Bring the outside in by draping these warm white lights across a wall painted in neutral, earthy tones. Pair with artificial dandelion stems to complete the look.

Power source	Battery powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	6m

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The Strawberry LED String Lights

30 LED Strawberry String Lights

The Strawberry LED String Lights

30 LED Strawberry String Lights

Now 20% Off

£8 at Marks & Spencer

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, these quirky strawberry LED string lights add a sprinkle of fun to alfresco meals and garden parties. It's also battery-powered for easy use in hard-to-reach areas, such as nestled in trees or at an outdoor dining table.

Power source	Battery powered
Bulb colour	Warm white
Length	1.95m

The Bunting LED String Lights

LED Solar Bunting String Light

The Bunting LED String Lights

LED Solar Bunting String Light

£9 at therange.co.uk

Host a garden party that your guests will be envious of with these bunting LED string lights. Designed to look like traditional multicoloured bunting, it provides up to eight hours of bright light, shining in green, blue, yellow and red.

Power source	Solar powered
Bulb colour	Multicoloured
Length	8.7m

The Rainbow LED String Lights

Rainbow LED String Lights

The Rainbow LED String Lights

Rainbow LED String Lights

£37 at Robert Dyas

The neutral trend isn't for everyone. If you're a lover of vibrant colour over muted neutrals, opt for these rainbow LED string lights. Featuring a combination of vivid colours, these lights are an essential when it comes to creating a playful look at home.

Power source	Mains powered
Bulb colour	Multicoloured
Length	30m

15 magical LED string light ideas for your home (2024)

FAQs

What can you do with LED string lights? ›

String Lights:Use string lights to create a cozy and whimsical atmosphere. Drape them around mirrors, bed frames, or along shelves for a warm glow. Bedroom Canopy:Hang LED string lights above the bed to create a dreamy canopy effect. This can add a romantic and relaxing ambiance.

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How many LED lights string together? ›

You can typically connect 8 to 10 times more LED light strings together end to end while only using one plug outlet. Most traditional Christmas mini lights allow you to connect only 4 or 5 sets end to end, but with many LED mini light strings you can connect 40 to 50+ together depending on the light count.

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What is an LED fairy light? ›

Fairy lights work by having a copper wiring that's connected to LED bulbs. Copper wire is often used because it's pliable, so you can easily bend the lights around objects to create different designs. This allows you to be more creative with your lighting.

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What is fairy string lights? ›

Fairy lights are short or long strings of lights that are connected by either USB, battery pack, or solar panel. LED fairy lights are usually constructed of either copper or silver wire wrapped around the lights. They can come in a variety of options including warm or cool white, single-color, or multi-color.

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Can LED string lights get wet? ›

While they can be exposed to water to some degree, they are not fully waterproof. Electric shock can occur, so use caution. Not all LED lights are damp-rated. LED bulbs that have neither of these ratings are not totally enclosed, and therefore, are not suitable for use around wet conditions or water.

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How many strings of 100 lights can you connect? ›

So, if you were using 100 incandescent mini light strings you could have about 36 strings (1440 watts / 20 watts) whereas with LED lights you can have about 550 strings (1440 / 2.6 watts)!

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Can you connect 2 strips of LED lights? ›

To use your LED lighting, you will need to connect your strips to a power supply. You may also need to connect two LED strips together to create a longer strip. This can be done fairly easily and is a great way to use pieces of a strip that have been previously cut off.

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How long do LED string lights last? ›

On average, LED strip lights have an average lifespan of 50,000 hours! However, this is an average estimation. A LED's impressive lifespan depends on the manufacturing quality and how you use them in your home. You can get approximately six years of continuous use out of your strip lights if you properly maintain them.

Can I leave fairy lights on all night? ›

Not only are they stupendously more energy efficient than normal filament bulbs, they're cheaper to run and do not emit heat so are far safer to use too! You can definitely leave your LED lights on all night if you wish.

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What is beauty light LED? ›

LED light therapy is a skin treatment that doesn't use ultraviolet light. Instead, it uses skin-safe, low-level light in different wavelengths and colors.

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Which is better fairy lights or LED lights? ›

Standard fairy lights use traditional bulbs that can burn out. LED lights generally last much longer due to the absence of a filament. Standard fairy lights and LED lights are both single-use lighting solutions, which means they aren't typically repaired when one or more bulbs give out.

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Can you cut LED string lights and still work? ›

An LED strip light will still work if you cut it, so long as you cut it at the designated cut point. If you cut the strip light at a random point, it may not work properly, and you could damage the strip light altogether.

How do you reuse string lights? ›

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Can you cut LED string lights anywhere? ›

You cannot cut just anywhere on your LED strip. Instead, you must follow the guides located on the strips that will tell you where you can cut them. The LED strips should have copper dots or ovals, typically located every three LEDs. These markers indicate cut points where you can make a cut in the strip.

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Is it OK to leave LED string lights on all night? ›

Yes. Barring defects, power failure, dead bulbs, or some world-ending event, most LED light strings you come across will remain lit, safe, and functional all night. The likelihood of those issues happening is slim. LED light strings have highly reliable build quality and are a resilient technology.