I need help finding the right shape lampshade (colors, design, white)

[FutureBettyCrocker]

I'm making a lamp out of a great tall pink glass vase I found for my office. You can see through it and its like the picture below but a little taller. I know I want a white shade, but what shape would be best?

[bellalunatic]

It depends on the space and what kind of look you are going for, but a big drum shade would look great, I think.

[South Jersey Styx]

Originally Posted by bellalunatic

It depends on the space and what kind of look you are going for, but a big drum shade would look great, I think.

Agree, drum shade. Just try out different sizes to see what looks best!

[Lilac Farm]

Are you putting decorative elements in the vase to hide the lamp parts? If so, that could play a part in which shape you choose. What object or design will the vase part represent? Or will it only serve as a support for the shade?

I'd want to decide that first, then bring the completed lamp with me when shopping for the perfect shade.

[nick2]

hi,
I can suggest you to use a shape which has many sides. You can try to find shapes like those in glasswares stores.. There are many different shapes and colors that you could choose from.

thanks!

[pennquaker09]

Either a drum or a square. If you're going more traditional, drum, if it's in the middle, square.