The most common question we get about the giant cigarette lamp, often called the "Marlboro Lamp", is simple: which size should I buy? The 35 cm and 95 cm versions share the same design but play very different roles in a room. This guide lays out the differences honestly, including when the smaller one is the better choice.
What is the same
- Design: white cylindrical acrylic body, burnt-orange filter cap and a thin square base.
- Custom text: both carry your own text on the band below the filter cap.
- Light: built-in LED tube, Daylight or White Light, rated for 25,000+ hours.
- Power: 110–240V with an inline click switch on the cable.
- Setup: no assembly, no bulbs to change.
What is different
| 35 cm desk lamp | 95 cm floor lamp | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 35 cm (13.8") | 95 cm (37.4") |
| Where it sits | Desk, shelf, bar cart, nightstand | Floor, beside furniture |
| Role in the room | Accent piece | Centerpiece |
| Seen from | Up close | Across the room |
| Light contribution | Small pool of glow | Noticeable mood light for a corner |
| Space needed | A small footprint on a surface | A clear floor spot near an outlet |
| Price | Lower | Higher |
Current prices for each size are shown on the product page, where you can switch between sizes.
Choose the 35 cm if...
- You live in an apartment or a small room. It delivers the look without claiming floor space.
- You want it on a bar cart or back-bar shelf. At 35 cm it sits among bottles without towering over them.
- It is for a desk or gaming setup. It looks great on camera and does not block a monitor.
- You are buying a gift and are not sure about space. A desk lamp fits almost anywhere.
- You want to test the look first. Some customers start small and add the floor version later.
Be realistic about light: the 35 cm is an accent light. It adds glow to a shelf or desk, but it will not light a room on its own.
Choose the 95 cm if...
- You want the lamp to be the first thing people see. At about hip height, it reads clearly from the doorway.
- You have a man cave, home bar, game room or loft. It fills the vertical space beside a chair, sofa or bar cart.
- You have a dark wall to put it against. The taller column makes much more of the contrast.
- You want it to work as a mood light. It casts enough glow to light a corner in a dimmed room.
Be realistic here too: the floor version needs a clear spot near an outlet, ideally out of the main walkway. Measure before you buy. In a very small room, it can dominate.
A simple test
Take a piece of tape and mark a 95 cm line on the wall where you plan to put the lamp. Then stand in the doorway. If the mark looks like it belongs, go with the floor lamp. If it looks crowded, or you have to move furniture to fit it, the 35 cm will make you happier.
Placement checklist
- Outlet: make sure there is a socket within reach of the cord, so you do not need an extension lead across the room.
- Switch: the inline switch sits on the cable a short distance from the base. Plan where it will rest so you can reach it easily.
- Background: a darker wall behind either size makes the white body and glow stand out.
- Traffic: keep the floor version out of the main walkway, and keep the desk version away from the edge of a busy bar top.
What about a larger size?
The product page also lists a larger statement size for big, open spaces. It makes a bold sculpture in a loft or a commercial bar, but for most homes the 95 cm is the sweet spot between impact and practicality.
Light color: Daylight or White Light?
Pick Daylight for warm rooms full of wood, leather and brass, or if you want a bar-like amber mood. Pick White Light for modern, monochrome or gaming rooms. The choice is the same for both sizes.
Our honest recommendation
- For a dedicated man cave, home bar or game room: 95 cm.
- For an apartment, office, dorm or bar cart: 35 cm.
- For a gift when you do not know the space: 35 cm.
- For the full effect and you have the room: 95 cm, with the 35 cm on the back bar as a matching accent if you want to go all in.
Next steps
Read the complete giant cigarette lamp guide for styling ideas, or see what to write on the custom band. Then pick your size on the giant cigarette lamp page, or browse the giant cigarette lamp collection.
Frequently asked questions
How tall is the 95 cm cigarette lamp?
95 cm is 37.4 inches, roughly hip height on most adults when standing on the floor.
Is the 35 cm lamp bright enough to light a room?
No. It is an accent light that adds a pool of glow to a desk, shelf or bar cart. For a room-filling mood light, choose the 95 cm floor version.
Do both sizes have custom text?
Yes. Both sizes carry your own custom text on the band below the filter cap.
Which size is better as a gift?
If you do not know how much space the recipient has, the 35 cm desk size is the safer choice. If they have a dedicated man cave or home bar, the 95 cm is the bigger wow.
Marlboro is a registered trademark of Philip Morris. "Marlboro Lamp" is used here only as a descriptive nickname for a cigarette-shaped decorative lamp; RETROFUME is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the trademark owner.