This $35 IKEA Bathroom Gem Actually Belongs in Your Living Room

ICYMI, there’s been an ongoing debate around turning off the “Big Light” — aka any harsh overhead lighting source — and instead relying on smaller task and ambient lights for a cozier effect. Of course, this all comes down to personal preference and the mood you want to set in any given room. But if you’re looking for fixtures that go beyond boob lights or recessed cans, IKEA recently released a slim new light that takes up minimal space and can be styled pretty much anywhere (even if you are team Big Light, you’ll want to check this out). 

Perfect for your bathroom vanity, IKEA’s FLASKPOST LED wall light is designed to live above a cabinet or mirror for added glare-free brightness. But that’s not all — the FLASKPOST can also function as a modern, minimalist version of the popular picture-frame-style lamps, shedding light on your favorite piece(s) of wall art for a museum-worthy setup in your living room, bedroom, or hallway. 

The FLASKPOST light comes in two different sizes — 22 or 32 inches long — depending on the mirror, cabinet, art, or even TV you plan to hang it above. Either version measures just 2 inches tall and 6 inches deep. The head of the lamp also adjusts, so you can angle the built-in LED light source as needed. 

Note that it does require hardwiring, but if you’re able to swap out your bathroom lighting, you absolutely can’t go wrong with the FLASKPOST’s sophisticated chrome-plated finish and pair-with-anything silhouette. Seriously, it’s simple enough to blend in with any decor style or color palette, while still coming across as cool and contemporary. Plus, it starts at just $34.99 — and arguably looks twice the price! 

However you style IKEA’s FLASKPOST LED cabinet/wall light, the highly functional fixture can totally transform your getting-ready routine or elevate large-scale artwork — even in a dimly lit hallway.

Buy: FLASKPOST LED Cabinet/Wall Light, $34.99