2 min readWhen it comes to buying home decor, I follow a strict “bougie on a budget” philosophy. Sure, I love to fill my space with charming, elevated items, but I’m not exactly willing to spend a small fortune to outfit my rental apartment. So you can imagine my sheer surprise and delight when I learned you can buy a lamp from Pooky Lighting right on Amazon.
If you know, you know, but just in case you don’t? The British brand has been the cool girl’s secret to great lighting ever since it crossed the pond in 2024. Pooky might sell every fixture imaginable—and even have collaborations with Novogratz and Morris &. Co.—but its pièce de résistance is the portable, rechargeable lights.
A whimsical glow that goes wherever you go? Sold...well, if they weren’t so expensive. A quick scroll shows prices starting at $115 and easily going above $200. Not exactly conducive to my “bougie on a budget” mindset.
When I stumbled upon two Pooky portable lights for $100 on Amazon, I thought it was a mistake or a very convincing knockoff. However, upon further inspection, these lights seem legit. Though both lights have the same lower price tag, they have two completely different looks. With a pleated shade and bulbous base, the Cecily lamp will pair nicely with midcentury-inspired or even contemporary spaces. If, like me, you are looking for something more aligned with Pooky’s English roots, might I suggest the Primrose style? The woven shade and scalloped details fit perfectly with my apartment’s traditional coastal vibe. Both options come in seven colorways, so you’re bound to find one that matches your interiors.
As soon as my lamp arrived, I charged the Genesis Cell light source, which can reportedly hold a charge for up to 17 hours, and immediately placed it on my kitchen counter. I always joke I’m allergic to harsh, overhead lighting, so I love how this fixture illuminates my culinary space without making the entire room obnoxiously, blindingly bright. And, since it's cordless, I can really take it anywhere. Next to my oven when I cook? Above the dishwasher when I’m only washing plates and glassware? Near the coffee machine to make my morning brew? All of the above, and then some.
But perhaps my favorite detail is the accompanying remote control, which has a timer setting. It’s all too easy to turn on a portable lamp, forget about it, and wind up with zero battery the next time you need a light. With this fixture, I can light my kitchen for 15, 30, or 60 minutes and have it magically turn off on its own. Now that’s a bright idea.
