Best Bets: 10 Portable Outdoor Lights
Portable lights expand your living space because they go wherever you do, getting your guests in the party mood or creating a backyard retreat just for you. From campouts and cookouts to parties or even private time, check out some of our favorite portable lights that add flair to the open air.
Written by Kelsey Kittle
UMA LED Sound Lantern by Pablo Designs
More than just a convenient light, Pablo turns up outdoor entertaining with a Bluetooth speaker built right into the UMA. Touch controls, dimming capability—it really has it all. We think this gorgeous go-to will quickly become a summertime staple.
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Kubbia Moderna LED Cube by Artkalia
Part light, part furniture—these chic cubes work as stools or side tables plus ambient light all at once. A dynamic design piece, they glow with just about any color you can think up, plus they’re dimmable and rechargeable. Imagine all the outdoor summer party possibilities!
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FollowMe Portable Table Lamp by Marset
Like a traditional lantern, this sweet little light has a handle for toting it anywhere you want soft, romantic illumination. The mushroom-shaped cutie goes with you anywhere from garden to patio table, and offers more directional light by adjusting the top of the shade.
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Fatboy Edison the Petit Lamp by Fatboy
Traditional shape? Check. Traditional limitations? Nope! Fatboy’s Edison the Petit Lamp is battery-powered, so any outdoor space is covered. Plus, we just can’t resist this cheeky reinterpretation of the classic table lamp.
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Flatball Bluetooth XXS LED Indoor/Outdoor Lamp by Smart & Green
Organic shapes are right at home in the great outdoors, and this seamless design is no exception. Its smooth lines give way to smooth transitions with LEDs providing white or colored lighting effects, all of which can be controlled via an app on your smartphone. And yes—they float.
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Precious Battery Table Lamp by Kartell
With a glam metallic finish and fancy faceted shade, these battery-powered accent lights provide a touch of class to outdoor spaces. We love it for its nearly unbreakable brilliance, perfect for opulent soirees as well as everyday elegance.
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Muse LED Battery Outdoor Light by Contardi Lighting
There’s just something about this carriage-lantern style made modern that evokes a sense of sophistication. From the diffused illumination through the frosted glass panes to the luxe leather carry handle, we’ve got plenty to be inspired by.
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Cube Bluetooth Sharp L LED Indoor/Outdoor Lamp by Smart & Green
Versatile, fun, great at parties...the Cube Bluetooth Sharp reads like a dating profile, and we think it's love at first sight. Make your Cube talk to other Smart & Green products with the Bluetooth technology and smartphone app for total feature integration.
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Balad Lamp by Fermob
Light and color, wherever you go. The handles come in an array of Fermob’s signature colors, coordinating with any décor while allowing the lights to be hung from branches, strung along pergolas or be toted around anywhere you want.
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Mr. GO! Portable Lamp by Koncept
Mr. GO! brings the party with it wherever it goes. This petite portable provides dimmable all-around LED light and a USB port for charging mobile devices. Plus, it has a leather strap for optional hanging and comes in a variety of fun finishes. Perfect for your next outdoor shindig.
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