Make sure your bedside manner is impeccable. Opt for lamps with easy-to-find switches and adjustable necks that keep the light on your book — not your sleeping companion.

Flos Archimoon Soft Table Light, $395

Don’t let the dimensions fool you: The base of this lamp (left) is small but weighs a hefty 15 pounds, and the diminutive shade hides a powerful 40-watt halogen bulb (included). Base diameter, 8 inches; height, 22 1/2 inches.
To Buy: www.flos.net for stores.

Essex Swing Arm, $185

Short on nightstand space? Try this wall-mounted dome lamp (center) with a built-in dimmer. The oversize wooden handle is easy to find in the dark and adjusts the head 180 degrees. Available in nickel or brass. Width, 12 inches (21 inches if fully extended); height, 37 inches.
To Buy: www.shadesoflight.com.

Lightning Bug Clip Lamp, $11

Go back to basics with a gooseneck clip light (right) that bends and stays put. The on-off switch is a large spin dial that’s hard to miss—even if you’re half-asleep. Available in black, white, or chrome. Diameter, 5 1/4 inches; neck, 5 1/2 inches.
To Buy: www.stacksandstacks.com.