These delicate star lights sit on a discreet, flexible wire so they can be bent and shaped around furniture, across a dining table for an illuminating display or into a garland.

They come with a timer, which means you can set them to automatically turn off once the party’s over or you’ve gone to bed.

Shop star fairy lights at The White Company, £12

These sturdy festoon lights can be used inside and outdoors, perfect for adding some atmosphere to an al fresco dinner party.

We like the classic white light, but they’re also available as a vibrant multi-coloured set.

Shop outdoor festoon lights at John Lewis & Partners, £65

These playful citrus fairy lights are perfect for summer, adding a fruity feel to any celebration. 

We recommend placing them in a large bowl and using as a table prop, positioned next to fruit cocktails.

Shop Riviera lemon fairy lights at Paperchase, £12

The muted tones of this chic string of lights feels classically Scandinavian, which is just what we love about shopping at Nordic Nest.

The soft glow that these lights emit are so cosy, we can’t wait to try them out on an autumnal evening.

Shop Iris ball lights at Nordic Nest, £40

These pretty fairy lights are for indoor use only and use delicate, pastel ‘drops’ in different shapes and sizes to create a bohemian feel. 

They’ll need to be plugged into the mains, so make sure that wherever you envision them that there’s an electricity source near by. 

Shop bohemia fairy lights at Home & Glory, £24.50

These adorable fairy lights are part of a garland that has been strung with 12 pom poms, interspersed with mini lights. 

They give off a warm, flattering glow  and would make a lovely decoration for a party.

Shop white pom pom fairy lights garland at Bunting and Barrow, £17.50

This unique string of fairy lights is made up of mini lampshades, each one decorated with whimsical illustrations of Brighton.

They come as part of the ‘Brighton’ range, which is inspired by the city’s architecture and creativity.

Shop Brighton pavilion fairy lights at Lume, £27

This pretty garland of cream roses is trimmed with green leaves and strung on a delicate white wire.

It’s lit with warm LED lights, which would look lovely draped around a dressing table.

Shop ‘La Petite Rose’ string of fairy lights at Ella James, £30

These detailed fairy lights are inspired by Morocco, with intricately cut silver metal which the light shines through and creates beautiful scattered shadows when lit at night.

They are battery operated with energy saving LED lights.

Shop silver fairy lights at Home & Glory, £17.50

These sweet star-shaped lanterns certainly tick off the celestial trend, while their calming neutral palette would seamlessly blend in at any home.

We like that, unlike most fairy lights, they’re made of delicate paper which gives them even more of a glow.

Shop star paper lantern fairy lights at Lights4Fun, £22

These mini lanterns are perfect for hanging in the garden for a celebration, especially when weaved among the trees.

They’re solar powered giving up to six hours of light, no batteries requrired.

Shop solar pagoda light string at Sarah Raven, £14.95