# Corked Wine Bottle Lights This USB Light Creates a Perfect Flameless Glow By Janelle Savel | Published 2014-02-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-bottle-lights References: [dornob](http://dornob.com/bottle-lamp-2-0-rechargeable-led-lights-up-your-empties/) & [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/bottlelight-wine-bottle-lamp/30813/) The sweetest lighting can be portrayed by candlesticks in old wine bottles, but sometimes the wind can burn out the flame and ruin your candlelit dinner; if you want to keep the twinkle illuminated, try corking it with a wine bottle light. This [rechargeable light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rechargeable-wireless-lighting) by Steve Gates fits into the mouth of any empty bottle. The effect is a dreamy magnified light that creates a soft illumination throughout the bottle and on the tabletop. When the light needs to be recharged, simply plug it into any USB outlet. This technique is far less dangerous than unpredictable [open flames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-torch) and this method of lighting lasts longer too. You can create a powerfully romantic scene by lining up a row of various shaped bottles, or keep it minimalistic with just one. This alternative bottle lighting is also less expensive and more practical than candlestick lighting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wine Bottle Lights:** The trend of using wine bottles as sustainable lighting and decor. - **Rechargeable Lighting:** The trend of using USB rechargeable lights for convenient and eco-friendly illumination. - **Alternative Candle Lighting:** The trend of replacing traditional candlesticks with safer and more cost-effective lighting options. ### Where This Applies - **Sustainable Home Decor:** This innovative product provides an opportunity for the sustainable home decor industry to create eco-friendly and stylish lighting options. - **Wine Industry:** The wine industry can capitalize on the trend of using wine bottles as lighting by partnering with designers to create unique and branded bottle lights. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels, restaurants, and event spaces can offer this innovative lighting option to create a romantic and eco-friendly ambiance for their guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corka.md) - [Candle-Inspired Lightbulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velaflame.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Candle Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-candle-lamps.md) - [Wine Bottle Cork Trimmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qwikcork.md) - [Rechargeable Illuminating Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet.md) - [Mood-Setting Adventurous Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guidelight.md) - [Flickering Candle-Inspired Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nebo-big-poppy.md) - [Naturally Inspired Digital Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magma-lamp.md) - [Smart Candle Warmer Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candle-warmer-lamp.md)