Creative Winter Outdoor Lighting Ideas We Love

• Lighting your home during the winter season is an opportunity to create a warm aura that invites people into your home.
• With unique outdoor-rated fixtures from Color Cord Company, you can create the perfect outdoor spaces on patios, porches, and gazebos.
• Check out our favorite recommendations for creative winter lighting that will imbue your exterior areas with a soft, warm glow.

Best Outdoor Lights for Winter

Outdoor lighting is one of the simplest and quickest ways to elevate the look and feel of your home, especially in the wintertime. Many people avoid spending time outdoors during winter because it’s a bit chillier and it gets dark so much earlier. But with a bit of help from Color Cord Company, you can transform your patio, gazebo, porch, outdoor kitchen, or firepit area into a cozy, inviting space. 

Learn more about how the right winter outdoor lighting can enhance your home and allow you to spend a little more time outside this winter season!

1. String Lights

Outdoor string lights for winter are the number one recommendation from the experts on the Color Cord Company team. These winter outdoor lights are the perfect balance between whimsical, magical, and functional to create an outdoor environment that’s safe and well-lit, as well as pleasant and elegant. 

There are a few ways you can personalize your string light arrangement and ensure they match your aesthetic, including unique shades. Check out a few of the options we have at Color Cord Company to find inspiration.

Naked Bulbs

Outdoor string lights for winter with naked bulbs are a great choice for anyone who loves the vintage look of Edison bulbs. At Color Cord Company, you can find Edison-style bulbs in a variety of shapes and sizes, including Tesla, Curved Edison, Franklin, Classic Candelabra, and Half-Mirrored Bulbs. 

Whether you choose a uniform look for your winter outdoor lights with the same bulb the entire length of the string or you opt to mix and match for a more eclectic vibe, you’ll get stunning illumination that really stands out. 

Globes

If you want to keep your bulbs sleek, but elevate the look of your outdoor string lights for winter in another way, consider globe shades that diffuse your winter outdoor lighting into a gentle glow. Many people consider these the best outdoor lights for winter because they create a delicate halo of warmth around each light, like fireflies dancing in the dusk. 

We offer miniaturized versions of our milk glass globe shades in an acrylic material that’s rated to withstand the temperatures and unpredictable weather of winter. Choose one of four different finish options for a personal touch.

Puck Shades

Our final selection in this section are the outdoor string lights for winter with puck shades. Color Cord Company loves the look of these metal shades and the directional effect they have on the beams of light emanating from your winter outdoor lighting. 

Our puck shade string lights are available in a few different variations for additional personalization. Choose from several finish options, including Satin Brass Hardware with White Wire, All-Over White, All-Over Black, and Satin Brass with Black Wire. Bulbs can be included for these string lights and come in Milk or Clear.

2. Pendant Lights

Wondering about the best outdoor lights for winter when you have a compact outdoor space that doesn’t require too much lighting? We have the answer for that, too! Pendant lights are a great choice for small outdoor kitchens and patios, as you can buy the exact number of fixtures you need based on the measurements of your space. 

Typically, Color Cord Company recommends spacing pendant lights 24-30” apart, depending on how much illumination you feel that your space needs. Do you have a large, wrap-around porch? You may need as many as eight or nine pendant lights. Shopping for a space that’s just large enough to hold a cozy swing or a couple of wicker rocking chairs? You may need just one!

Shop pendant winter outdoor lights that feature unique shades to enhance the look and feel of your space. Opt for a glass globe if you want a contemporary look or sloped metal shades for something a little more industrial. We even have woven wicker shades if you want to infuse your exterior with coastal or island vibes in the middle of winter.

3. Shop Shades

If you already have winter outdoor lights installed, but you want to upgrade them a little bit, swapping out the shades is quick and easy. Shop our selection of outdoor-rated shades to find compatible options! Our selection of lights features acrylic globe shades in multiple sizes, metal slope shades, metal puck shades, woven lasso shades, and basket shades. You can customize the size, shape, and finish color of your shades to create a personal space that’s just for you. 

Shop Winter Outdoor Lights Here

Now that you know about some of the best outdoor lights for winter, you can start designing your winter outdoor lighting to better accommodate your needs. Explore our selection of ready-made fixtures, as well as lighting accessories and components that allow you to build your fixtures from the ground up!

Have questions? Reach out to our team through chat today to discuss your ideas.