Space permitting, side-mounted sconces are best-in-class for bathroom task lighting. Why? Stylistic preference aside, these fixtures cast an even light across your face, reducing shadows so that you can apply makeup properly. Take this one for example: Crafted from steel, it features a circular backplate and curved arm awash in a satin platinum finish. A cylindrical glass shade with sanded accents rounds out the design and accommodates one 100W E26 lightbulb inside (not included).