The word boob appears in this post 11 times, and it has nothing to do with actual breasts, lol. I’m talking about the dreaded boob light. It’s basic, outdated, and has become the most hated light fixture of all time. And for some, it’s straight-up embarrassing to have them in your home. “Please ignore my boob lights!” But before I get into boob light alternatives (so you can replace those ugly fixtures with something that better matches your vibe), let’s look at what boob lights are actually called and what makes them so damn popular. Cause you’re dying to know, right? Right.
What are boob lights actually called?
We all know exactly the kind of light “boob light” refers to and why it’s called what it’s called-I mean it even has a nipple! But, the technical term? It’s a flushmount. These fixtures are designed to be installed flush with the ceiling rather than hanging down like a pendant or chandelier.
Why are boob lights so common?
Blame it on the builders. They’re the cheapest option available to builders and the easiest to install, so they’ve just become the default option. Builders don’t really care if what they’re installing is cool. They just want the cheapest option that gets the job done.
The cheapest option that gets the job done is great IF it’s something you love. But no one is drooling over a boob light. So if you’re ready to give your boobs a makeover (no plastic surgeon required!), here are 25 boob-light alternatives.
Boob Light Alternatives
A note: yes, there’s a whole lot of brass up there, but most of these lights come in multiple finishes. And some come in a variety of colors (like the hot pink and marine blue options). I’m a big fan of the bubble flush mount over here, but the green patina option also looks mighty fine. Which is your top pick?
PS-If you’re looking for an option that requires no hardwiring, check out Tulip. You’re welcome!
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