Moroccan Lights

Lighting stores can feel like a maze of identical fixtures, but the Upper West Side has a spot that leans into something warmer. Moroccan Lights specializes in handcrafted lanterns, sconces, and pendants—many with that signature latticework and colored glass that catches the eye without trying too hard. These pieces often work just as well in a Brooklyn loft as they do in a Chelsea pre-war, and the store keeps a selection that feels intentional rather than overwhelming.

You’ll find them at 65 W 87th St, a stretch of the neighborhood where brownstones and mid-rises mix without fuss. The area itself has a quiet rhythm, with enough foot traffic to keep things lively but none of the tourist crush that hits a few avenues over. If you’ve ever walked past and wondered where to source something beyond the usual big-box options, this is the kind of place that might have what you didn’t know you were looking for.

Questions or availability checks can be made directly at (646) 643-1420. For a quick sense of where they sit on the block, pull up the map here: directions. A short detour off Broadway could save you from another round of scrolling through generic online listings.