10 Gorgeous Lights That’ll Transform Your Home This Diwali and Beyond

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As Diwali approaches, there’s no better time to transform your home into a glowing haven of warmth and celebration. At Nakhra, we couldn’t be more excited — Diwali is a festival that lights up the South Asian subcontinent and shines brightly across the global diaspora. Whether you’re Hindu, Sikh, Jain, or simply a friend eager to celebrate, it’s a time to come together and stand united with the light against the darkness.

Light is the heart of Diwali — a shared symbol across faiths and generations. Diyas once guided Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshman home after their long exile, welcomed Goddess Lakshmi into homes as the bringer of prosperity, and continue to illuminate the path for loved ones and ancestors to return. 

From classic string lights to smart LEDs, every glow gives us a reason to come together, connecting people and celebration from all walks of life. That’s why we have decided to round up our 10 favorite lights for this year’s Diwali celebrations. But don’t worry — these aren’t one-trick ponies. Our lighting picks will shine well beyond Diwali, brightening every celebration and the moments in between.

‍Best Classic Lights

Addlon Outdoor Solar String Lights: $25.99 (35% off)

Designed for outdoor use but just as practical indoors, these lights draw power from a small solar panel that does the work for you. Place it by a sunny window and they’ll charge through the day, no outlet needed. And if the weather turns gray, the included USB-C charger keeps them glowing without interruption.

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‍Prextex Christmas String Lights: $9.99

These are the kind of lights generations around the world have trusted for their holidays, whatever they celebrate. They give off that warm, colorful glow that makes a room feel like it’s seen countless gatherings and laughter. Simple and dependable, they’re still the easiest way to bring the festivities into any space. They're 20-feet long, and can even be wrapped around trees or fences in your backyard.

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‍Minetom Globe String Lights: $15.29 (15% off)

These soft-white globes feel made for Diwali, bright enough to honor the festival and customizable via a remote for any kind of glow your home needs. There are eight lighting modes available, depending on whether you want them to twinkle or slowly fade away. They add that subtle café warmth to shelves, balconies, or walls without crowding the space. Once they’re up, they settle in naturally, giving steady light for gatherings, late nights, and corners that may not get enough natural light.

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Hobays Fairy Lights: $13.99 (22% off)

Delicate and versatile, these string lights use thin, flexible copper wire that disappears into your décor. They’re ideal for wrapping around mirrors, plants, or art frames to add festive illumination. Battery operation keeps things neat and portable, and the only limit to their use is your imagination.

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Brightown Outdoor String Lights: $21.99 (27% off)

Brightown’s string lights are easy to hang just about anywhere, while also being able to handle weather and time. The 50-foot strand can link with others for larger setups, fitting everything from a small balcony to a long terrace. Each bulb is shatterproof and energy-efficient, using far less power than old incandescent strings while lasting for thousands of hours.

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Best Smart Lights

Philips Hue Color Changing Lights (4 Pack): $49.98 (50% off)

These smart lights hit the perfect balance between smart and comfortable: The ability to switch between vibrant color schemes for Diwali with Bluetooth control, but mellow enough to still  be used year-round as daily go-to lights. They sync easily with Alexa or Google Home, and once paired with a Hue Bridge, they open up a whole world of smart home control — including the ability to sync your lights to your favorite movies.

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Govee Floor Lamp: $64.99 (35% off)

Technically, it’s a floor lamp, but it’s perfect if you’re happy with your current bulbs and just want something more dynamic. It can wash a room in shifting gradients or respond to music with rhythmic color changes. For Diwali, it turns any living room into a festival of light and sound, and the rest of the year, it doubles as an ambient mood piece that transforms your space in any way you like.

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Kasa Smart Light Bulbs (4 Pack): $45.99 (8% off)

With just Wi-Fi and the Kasa app, these bulbs handle everything from warm to cool light, smooth dimming, and easy grouping without any extra gear. There’s no need to buy into a whole smart-home ecosystem — they work straight out of the box. More affordable than most smart options, they’re a quick, plug-and-play way to elevate your home lighting and bring vibrant colors to all festivities.

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Twinkly LED Smart String Lights: $48.86 (33% off)

The smart version of the time-tested Prextex string lights, Twinkly takes the same flexible setup and brings it into the digital age. Through its app, each light can be mapped and customized to create flowing color patterns or subtle ambient moods. It’s perfect for Diwali, Christmas, and any time you want your string lights to do more than their predecessors ever could.

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Enbrighten Spectrum Wall Lights: $79.99

Décor and technology come together with these smart wall lights. You can control them through the Enbrighten app, a handheld remote, or the built-in switch, and they even sync to music when the mood calls for it. The kit includes everything you need to mount them neatly, and the lights shift from calm ambient tones to vivid, party-ready color. 

Half of Enbrighten’s net profits go toward disaster relief efforts around the world — allowing you to light your home while also helping to bring light to others.

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