Soft lighting sets the stage for romance and quickens the pulse, creating an atmosphere of excitement. Lighting highlights our best features and frames intimate moments. It’s no wonder that lighting schemes are a key consideration for creating an environment that is romantic and memorable.
Whether you are feeling dramatic or subtle, the endless varieties of light offer options for every romantic occasion, just about anywhere.
Below is a list of some romantic lighting suggestions, for the more technical stuff we suggest spending the extra money and hiring a professional electrician to really set the lighting mood.
A Romantic Candlelit Dinner
Affordable and readily available, candles virtually symbolize romance. The flickering, warm light dispersed by the candle flame creates an air of mystery and frames the face. Pour a bottle of wine and serve a home-cooked meal by candlelight to capture your date’s heart. You can add to the atmosphere by lining the sidewalk entryway with candles. The more you use, the more dramatic the effect with appear.
Holiday Fun Beneath the Icicle Lights
The frosty air and the festive lights of the holidays make for a romantic mood. Surprise your date with some thoughtful light stringing of your own. Drape icicle lights and dangle some mistletoe over a gazebo in your backyard or a local park. Take your date for a walk and surprise them with a snowman building contest, culminating in snuggles and kisses under the twinkling lights.
A Canopy of Stars
Spend a romantic night poolside with festive, exotic décor. Create a canopy of patio lights and vibrant Moravian star lanterns to lend a playful vibe to the atmosphere that feels like a party from some distant, magical past. Mix up some signature cocktails and slip into the pool for a romantic night swim, illuminated by the pool’s underwater lights with string lights and lanterns drifting in a light breeze overhead.
Spotlight Your Date
If you know your date enjoys the spotlight, take the opportunity to surprise them in an unforgettable way. At a comfortable, public place or at a friend’s party, serenade your date with a spontaneous romantic song and cue the spotlight. Be sure to present them with a gift, flowers are always welcome, and perhaps even an engagement ring if you feel so inspired. Plan ahead and bring some phone activated spotlights to shine the light on your special moment, cued up on your smartphone.
Create Luminous Memories
Give your date the gift of an unforgettable memory and a thoughtful experience. On a quiet, clear night, go to an open space and ask your date to write down a wish or dream on a piece of paper. In the spirit of an ancient ceremony, attach the wishes to a sky lantern and set them off into the sky in a symbolic act of releasing your fears together and embracing your desires. The romantic and meaningful gesture you share will make a memory that will forever.
From the simplicity of candles to the enchanting twinkle of string lights, there’s a lighting solution to fit any need. Using your creativity and the endless possibilities of lighting, you can achieve a romantic mood fit for any occasion.
