A portable recessed light source configured for use with a vehicle seat belt, the light source including: a housing having a first housing portion and a second housing portion, the first housing portion having a light emitting source electrically coupled to a power supply, the first housing portion being pivotally secured to the second housing portion; and a retaining clip for securing the housing to the seat belt, the retaining clip being secured to the second housing portion, wherein the first housing portion is positionable into at least two discrete positions with respect to the second housing portion.