Elegant long matches double as table decoration when packaged in handblown apothecary bottles. $34.95, plainandsimple.com.au. Photo: Supplied
The warm glow of the fire will look so much nicer next to this refined, handcrafted wood basket. Part of a new range of fireplace accessories from Swedish brand, Eldvarm. $764, top3.com.au. Photo: Cyril Fussien
This brass, marble and matt black metal lamp ticks all the must have elements for bang-on style. The shade tilts up and down so light can be directed in a specific direction. $135, beaconlighting.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Patricia Urquiola is hailed as one of the world's most important modern-day designers. Her new collection of art deco-inspired pieces for Danish brand Georg Jensen will be available in Australia in August. $225, georgjensen.com. Photo: Supplied
Inspired by old tube amplifiers of the 1960s, the Amp Light's decorative bulb emits a soft glow to contrast with the heavy marble base. $280, normann-copenhagen.com. Photo: Jeppe Sorensen
Inspired by the tension of a circus act, the Trapeze series of lights from New York-based studio, Apparatus, is a firm design favourite. Trapeze 2, from $2750, criteriacollection.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Switched on or off the Multi-Lite pendants by Gubi (pictured in brass) will add drama to any space. Available from August. $1059, cultdesign.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Neither a pendant nor a conventional floor lamp, the Block 2 lampshade, by Sydney-based designer Henry Pilcher, can be stacked or arranged in countless ways to suit any room. From $990, henrypilcher.com. Photo: Andrew Young - Lantern Studio
Make your friends look good with a dinnerparty version of air-brushing. Dim the ceiling lights and bring out the candles. Votives are great because they don't interrupt anyone's line of sight. $24.95, iittala.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Melbourne-based retailer Articolo works closely with designers and artisans to produce lights renowned for their clean lines and glamorous finishes. This floor lamp is the latest addition to the Lumi collection. $2063, articoloarchitecturallighting.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Don't forget to light the outdoors the next time you're hosting guests. Hang these glass lanterns from trees or walkways for an enchanting ambience. $80, top3.com.au. Photo: Supplied
A relic of centuries past, the candlesnuffer, is having a moment. Used by stylists as a sweet table prop, it also has a practical function. It stops you blowing candle wax all over the table at the end of the night. $19, zakkia.com.au. Photo: Supplied
