Flashlights are an essential item to have when it comes to blackouts, natural disasters or just finding something in the dark, so why not get a little creative with these handy tools and try out these funky flashlight designs? They're not only practical but they're also eye-catching to boot!
While traditional flashlights come in a cylinder-like shape, nowadays with the ongoing evolution of technology, sources of illumination can be seen incorporated in everything from slippers to GPS devices. The importance and need for flashlights hasn't changed over the years, rather it's the way this need is being provided to consumers that has evolved. From flashlights that serve multiple purposes to those that are compact and eco-friendly, these creative flashlight designs are sure to appeal to modern consumers looking to have something sleek for their home, or for a device that serves more than one function.
48 Funky Flashlight Designs
From GPS-Embedded Flashlights to Building Block Flashlights:
Tana Makmanee — Feb 11, 2013 — Art & Design
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BrightFeet Lighted Slippers (For Chasing Your Cat?)
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Flashlight-Like Lamps
The M Lamp by Juniper Designs Illuminates Your Life
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Fire Starting Flashlight
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Flashlight Stun Gun
Lightning Rod Stun Pen
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Clustered Flashlight Chandeliers
Paula Sevilla's 'Home Camping' Light Fixture is Flashy
43
Mega Flashlights
Surefire Beast II
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Energy-Fluid Flashlights
The Moblant Community Lantern Gets its Charge from its Environment
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Blazing Light Bazookas
The Dogstar Portable LED Searchlight Packs Some Serious Power
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Glowing Gloves
Fibre Optic Flashlight Gloves from Tilen Sepic
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Powerful Compact Flashlights
These Andslite Torchlights are Small but Mighty
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Location-Identifying Gloves
The Night Communication Gloves Glow to Let Wearers Know Where They Are
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Versatile Wearable Flashlights
VersaLite Gives Nurses Freedom to Use Their Hands
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Kinetic Flashlight Kicks
Pioneer Headlight Shoes Lights Up Your Path
35
Savvy Inflatable Solar Lamps
The LuminAID Light Is Affordable, Waterproof and Last 3 Years
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Bendy Eco Lights
Solar Mirror Inspection Light for Hard to Reach Places
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Flattened Flashlights
The Worley FlatLight is Super Thin and Super Bright
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Dual-Purpose Lighting
Trioh! by Greg Hinzmann is Both a Table Lamp and Flashlight
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Gamer Keychain Lights
The Portal LED Flashlights are Both Fun and Practical
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Eco Science Project Flashlights
The LiteLite Paper Lantern is Personally Put Together by You
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Illuminated Gadget Chargers
The Power Bank Charges via USB and Doubles as a Flashlight
28
LED Zombie Flashlights
No Need to Search for the Right Flashlight Batteries with Panasonic
27
Eco Collapsible Lanterns
Jesper Jonsson's Solar-Powered Lamp is Conveniently Compact
26
Tiny Adhesive Flashlights
The Thumb-Lite is Small Yet Super Bright
25
Solar-Powered Flashlights
The Solio CLIP-MINI USB is Great for Outdoor Adventures
24
Flashlight Turkey Roasting
Cooking Your Holiday Bird with Light Produces Surprising Results
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Booze-Detecting Flashlights
The Mini Keychain Breathalyzer Is The Ultimate Driver Must-Have
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Solar-Powered Flashlights
Clip Holding the Sunshine Lamp Lets Users Bring Light Wherever They Go
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Earthquake-Warning Flashlights
The Gurapika Warning Device Sounds Off as a Precautionary Method
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Dual-Purpose Trail Flashlights
The Leader Outdoor Crutches Turn into an Outdoor Flashlight
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Illuminated Illustration Tools
The Takara Tomy Art Penlight Draws on the Night Sky
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Flip-Out Flashlights
Marset's LEDtube is a Futuristic Glow for Any Room
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Kinetically Powered Flashlights
Shining a Light on the Self-Powered ShakerScope
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Tool Box Torch Lights
The 9-in-1 Emergency Light Will Help You Get Through Dark Times
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Film Reel Flashlights
The Camera-Torch Can Record and Project Your Personal Productions
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Smoker-Inspired Lanterns
The Flip Torch Flashlight Conquers the Dark and Keeps Your Dignity Intact
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Timber LED Emergency Lighting
The Areware Wood Flashlight is Both Lovely and Luminous
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Water-Powered Flashlights
The NoPoPo Mini Lantern Shines Through the Rain
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Sleek Designer Flashlights
The ICON Rogue 1 Provides Style and High-Beam Functionality
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Lightsaber Flashlights
The Raphael Morals Handlight is One Possession You Won't Want to Hide
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Militarian Retro Illuminators
The Swiss Army Vintage Flashlight Features a Morse Code Function
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Fold-Out Flashlights
The MIA Electric Flashlight Lamp is Solar-Powered
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Flexible Magnet Flashlights
The Gorillatorch Bends to Your Specific Lighting Needs
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Handle Flashlights
The Nightwalker Flashlight Gets Beaming Reviews
5
Building Block Flashlights
The LEGO Minifig Head Lamp Playfully Lights the Way
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Creepy Rodent Flashlights
Flashfright Eerie Eyes Character Torches
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GPS-Embedded Flashlights
Ahhaproject's Polar Light Will Get You Home Safely
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Candle Holder Flashlights
LED Castlight
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Ghostly Glowing Utility Tape
Glow in the Dark Duct Tape is Perfect for Darker Conditions
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