Traditional Lampshades

Stylish Traditional Lampshades

Imperial Lighting have been manufacturing stunning traditional lampshades for over 60 years.

• Supplying Home & Trade
• Guaranteed Quality
• Huge Range of Shapes & Sizes
• Extensive Selection of Fabrics
• Supply your own material
• Bespoke Lampshade Service
• Free Samples

Browse Our Traditional Lampshades

Discover our range of popular traditional lampshades, all handmade in Devon to the highest quality.

Traditional Lampshade Builder

Traditional lampshades for every room in your home. Discover our extensive range of stunning fabric lampshades handmade to the highest standard. Our beautiful traditional lamp shades are made to order and can be tailored to your exact requirements. Click on a traditional shape to open our on-line lampshade builder where you can choose the fabric and trim to best suit your decor. All of our lampshades come in a range of sizes suitable for table lamps, standard lamps and floor lamps.

Traditional Bowed Empire Lampshade

Our traditional bowed empire lampshades offer a timeless design that brings classic elegance to any space. This iconic shape, characterised by its gently curved profile, creates a refined and luxurious look. Available in various sizes, our bowed empire shades are meticulously handcrafted using traditional techniques refined over decades. Each shade features a structured wire frame, which supports any of our beautiful fabrics giving a sophisticated finish.

Customise your bowed empire lampshade with your choice of fabric, choose from stunning Brushed Cottons or gorgeous Faux Silk Dupion. Then choose your trim, opt for elegant matching finish or contrast to tie in with a colour from your room.

 

Traditional Scalloped Lampshade

Our scalloped bowed empire lampshades bring a touch of classic charm to traditional interiors. This elegant design features a gently curved shape with a beautifully scalloped edge, creating a refined and decorative silhouette. Perfect for adding character to both table and floor lamps, the scalloped bowed empire shade exudes vintage sophistication while maintaining a timeless appeal.

Each scalloped bowed empire lampshade is handcrafted using traditional techniques in our Devon workshop. We pay careful attention to detail, ensuring that each lampshade is finished to perfection. These shades are available in a variety of sizes and can be customised with your choice of fabrics, including brushed cotton, faux silk, and more. You can also select from a range of trims to achieve the perfect balance for your interior

Traditional Bowed Drum Lampshade

Our bowed drum lampshades are a sophisticated choice for traditional interiors, offering a stylish alternative to he Bowed Empire. This design features gently bowed sides that soften the silhouette, creating an elegant and timeless look. Perfect for both table lamps and floor lamps, the bowed drum shade adds a touch of understated luxury to any room.

Handcrafted in our Devon workshop, each bowed drum lampshade is meticulously made using traditional techniques and high-quality materials. Choose from a range of luxurious fabrics such as brushed cotton, faux silk, or supply your own to achieve the ideal finish. Additionally, you can select from a variety of trims to complement your decor and enhance your lighting effect.

The gentle curves of the bowed drum lampshade not only add visual interest but also provide a classic elegance that blends seamlessly with traditional and modern interiors alike. For those seeking a refined yet versatile style, our bowed drum lampshades offer a perfect balance of craftsmanship and design.

 

Traditional Empire Lampshade

Our traditional empire lampshades are a quintessential choice for those seeking elegance and simplicity. The iconic tapered shape features a wire frame, which provides structure and support while the fabric is hand-stretched over it giving the traditional look associated with this style of shade.

Use our simple on-line lampshade builder to choose any combination of fabric and trim to best suit your interior. Our Empire lampshade comes in sizes to suit most table lamps, standard and floor lamps. Each traditional empire light shade is made to order at our Devon workshop to the highest level.

 

Traditional Candle Lampshade

Our candle lampshades offer a refined solution for lighting fixtures that require a small shade. Perfect for wall light, chandeliers, and other decorative ceiling lights.  Available in three classic shapes—bowed empire, scalloped bowed empire, and traditional empire to match our larger styles of the same. These shades are crafted using the same meticulous techniques as our larger lampshades. Each design features a hand-stretched fabric over a sturdy wire frame, creating a classic and elegant finish.

These candle lampshades come with a convenient clip fitting, allowing them to attach directly to the bulb. This makes them ideal for adding a touch of sophistication to wall sconces, chandelier arms, and other delicate light fittings. With our customisation options through the shade builder tool, you can personalise your candle lampshades with a choice of fabrics, colours, and linings to suit your interior.

Traditional Pleated Lampshades

Our popular range of  ribbon pleat lampshades features a unique blend of traditional elegance and contemporary style. Each shade is delicately hand-wrapped with layers of cotton ribbon in various colour combinations, creating a striking and sophisticated look. The ribbon wrap technique provides the appearance of a pleated lampshade, with the added benefit of the pleats continuing seamlessly on the inside, making each lampshade visually stunning from every angle.

The traditional empire shape of these ribbon lampshades is versatile and suits both modern and traditional interiors. Available in a variety of sizes, these shades are perfect for table lamps, floor lamps, and standard lamps. For those seeking a different style, we also offer the ribbon wrap as a pleated drum shade, adding another dimension to our collection.

Each lampshade comes equipped with a dual-purpose fitting, ensuring compatibility with both UK and European lamps. This flexibility allows you to effortlessly integrate our stylish ribbon lampshades into any space.

Traditional Lampshade Recovering

Do you have an existing traditional lampshade that has seen better days, but you just cant throw it away? Or the shape just works perfectly on your lamp.Our traditional lampshade recovering service could be just what you are looking for.Your traditional lampshade can be recovered in combination of fabric and trim taken from our traditional swatch or also your own if you prefer. When recovering a traditional lampshade frame it is important that the frame in intact and no struts are broken.  Head to our recovering page for more information.

A Bit About Us

A bit about us !

Our family business have me making some of the countries finest traditional lampshades for well over 50 years. Using methods hardly unchanged from those early days we supply residential and commercial customers throughout the UK.Our business was always based around our shop in Torquay. We pride ourselves on continuing to offer the same friendly, personal service to our customers across the British Isles.We always welcome a call and are more than happy to post samples to insure your traditional lampshade is made exactly how you would like it.

Our traditional lamp shades can be found in Royal Palaces to Cunard’s 3 Queens.

Our traditional lampshades are more than just decorative accents—they represent decades of refined craftsmanship and timeless design. Each shade is meticulously handcrafted in our Devon workshop using techniques passed down through generations. This commitment to tradition allows us to produce elegant and durable lampshades that elevate any interior space.

We offer a wide range of classic designs, from bowed empire and scalloped edges to the structured beauty of drum shades and candle lampshades. Our collection is ideal for creating a vintage-inspired atmosphere in both residential and commercial settings. Traditional lampshades are perfect for adding a refined touch to antique lamp bases, classic wall lights, and period-style floor lamps. With their structured wire frames and luxurious fabrics, each shade is made to last, providing both beauty and function.

Our traditional lampshades are available in a selection of premium fabrics, including rich velvets, brushed cottons, and faux silk, offering an authentic, sophisticated look. We also provide customisation options, enabling you to select linings, trims, and finishing details that complement your decor. Whether you’re furnishing a heritage property or adding a touch of elegance to a modern home, our traditional lampshades create the perfect balance of charm and quality.

Why Choose Traditional Lampshades from Imperial Lighting?
Choosing a traditional lampshade means investing in craftsmanship and timeless style. Our extensive collection, combined with our shade builder tool, gives you the flexibility to create a completely bespoke piece. We work closely with customers, designers, and architects to bring their visions to life, ensuring every detail is tailored to perfection.