3 Color Mirror Vanity Lamp

A bathroom mirror is where lighting matters most and where it most often goes wrong. A single ceiling light casts shadows under the eyes and along the jaw, and a light placed to one side lights one cheek while leaving the other dark. For makeup, shaving or skincare, you need light that falls evenly across the whole face.

The 3 Color Mirror Vanity Lamp is a long, slim strip made to sit along the top of a mirror. It comes in black, silver or white, in 15.7 or 19.7 inch lengths, with a built in LED that switches between three color temperatures and remembers the one you used last. It is wired in behind the fixture for a clean, permanent look.

What makes the 3 color vanity lamp stand out

The three color temperatures are the main reason to choose it. Warm light is flattering and relaxed, ideal for an evening bath or winding down before bed. Cool light is crisp and shows color accurately, which is what you want when matching foundation or checking a close shave. A middle setting sits between the two for everyday use. Having all three in one fixture means the mirror is right for every part of the day.

The memory feature is a small convenience that adds up. The light comes back on at your favorite setting, so there is no cycling through modes each morning.

The strip shape does the lighting work. A long bar spreads light across the width of the mirror rather than from a single point, so the face is lit evenly and shadows are softened. The slim profile keeps it discreet along the top edge.

The finishes suit most bathrooms. Black gives a sharp modern line, silver pairs with chrome taps and towel rails, and white disappears into pale tiles and cabinetry.

Because the LED is built in, there are no bulbs to buy, match or replace. That keeps the light the same color from end to end of the strip, which is part of what makes the face look evenly lit rather than patchy. Care is simple too: switch it off and wipe the strip with a soft, dry cloth.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Main bathroom. Above the vanity mirror for daily grooming.
• Powder room. The 15.7 inch strip over a small mirror.
• Dressing table. Above a makeup mirror where accurate color matters.
• Primary suite. Over each of two mirrors at a double vanity.
• Guest bathroom. A simple upgrade that gives visitors good light.

It suits modern and minimalist bathrooms best, where a clean line of light above the mirror looks intentional. Because it is slim, it also works in compact bathrooms where a bulky fixture would crowd the wall.

Choosing the size and placement

Dimensions vary by variant: one strip is 15.7 inches long and the other is 19.7 inches long, both with a slim profile designed to sit neatly along the top of a mirror.

• Measure the mirror. Pick the length that sits inside its width rather than overhanging it.
• Small mirrors. The 15.7 inch strip suits a powder room or a narrow mirror.
• Standard mirrors. The 19.7 inch strip suits most single vanity mirrors.
• Mount it above. A light above the mirror lights both sides of the face; a light to one side leaves one cheek in shadow.
• Center it. Line the strip up with the center of the mirror so the light falls evenly.

For a double vanity with two mirrors, use one strip above each mirror rather than a single strip between them. That way each person gets even light on their face.

The fixture connects to the wiring behind it rather than plugging in. Switch off the breaker before you start, and if there is no supply at that point on the wall, have an electrician run one. It is a straightforward job for a professional, and it leaves no cable showing.

Layering it with other lighting

A vanity strip is task lighting for the mirror. Pair it with a ceiling light for general light, so the room around the mirror does not feel dim. In a larger bathroom, a soft wall sconce or a small light near the bath adds warmth for evening use.

Browse the vanity lighting collection for other styles and lengths, or the mirror lights collection for more lights made to sit on or above a mirror.

Use the color settings to match the rest of the room. If your ceiling light is warm, the warm setting will blend in for evening; in the morning, switch to cool for accurate color while you get ready.

If you share the bathroom, the memory feature is worth a note: the light returns to the last setting used, so a quick switch to your preferred color takes one press.

Is the 3 color vanity lamp right for your space?

This fixture is a strong fit if you:

• Want even light across your face at the mirror.
• Like switching between warm, neutral and cool light.
• Have a mirror wide enough for a 15.7 or 19.7 inch strip.
• Want a slim fixture in black, silver or white.

It is not the best choice if you need a plug in light with no wiring, or a wide bar for a very large mirror. For those, a plug in sconce or a longer vanity bar will suit better.

Every order ships free across the US, and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days, and questions about fit can be sent to info@norafurnish.com.