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Pendant Lampshades
Crafted to Light Your Space
Discover handmade pendant lampshades designed to become the centrepiece of your room. From contemporary Drum shades to elegant Empire, Coolie and Cone designs, every pendant lampshade is handmade to order in our Devon workshop and available in a wide choice of fabrics, colours and sizes.
60+ YEARS OF CRAFT

― Popular Pendant Shades ―
Explore our best selling pendant lampshades
Easy Fit Drum
30cm – 80cm Sizes
100 Colours
XL Drum
60cm – 120cm sizes
100 Colours
Extra Large Drum
Shades
Statement
Lampshades
Pleated
Lampshades
Candle
Lampshades
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― Handmade in Devon for 60 years
Made to Order
Every Imperial Lighting pendant lampshade is handmade to order in our Devon workshop. Choose from a wide range of fabrics, colours and lining options to create a ceiling shade that’s perfectly suited to your home.
Whether you’re designing a statement pendant for a dining room, adding warmth to a bedroom or creating feature lighting for an open-plan living space, every shade is made using quality materials and nearly 60 years of British craftsmanship.
Key Benefits
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- Over 100 fabrics and colours
- Modern and traditional pendant styles
- Metallic and diffuser lining options
- Handmade to order in Devon
- Easy to refresh as your décor evolves
- Suitable for homes and commercial interiors
Why Choose a Pendant Lampshade?
Style Without Compromise
Pendant lampshades offer a level of choice and flexibility that many ceiling light fittings simply can’t match. While glass, metal and multi-arm pendant lights are often limited to a single finish, a handmade fabric pendant lampshade allows you to create a look that’s uniquely yours.
Choose from over 100 fabrics and colours, including brushed cotton, velvet and faux silk, then personalise your shade with a choice of linings to create the perfect lighting effect. Whether you want a soft neutral centrepiece or a bold statement shade, your pendant can be tailored to complement your home and interior style.
Pendant lampshades are available in a wide range of shapes, from contemporary Drum and Tall Drum designs to elegant Empire, Coolie and Cone styles. This makes it easy to find a design that suits your room, whether you’re lighting a dining table, kitchen island, bedroom or hallway.
Unlike many fixed ceiling lights, a fabric pendant lampshade is also easy to refresh. As your décor changes, you can update your lampshade with a new colour, fabric or finish without replacing the entire light fitting, making it a practical and long-lasting choice for your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Coolie lampshade?
A Coolie lampshade features a gently tapered shape with a wider base and narrower top. This distinctive profile creates an elegant and timeless appearance. Perfect for modern and traditional settings
Are Coolie lampshades suitable for table lamps?
Yes. Coolie lampshades are a popular choice for table lamps because their proportions work well with a wide range of lamp bases
What is the difference between a Coolie and Empire lampshade?
Both styles feature tapered sides. However, Coolie lampshades generally have a shallower slope and wider profile. This creates a softer and often more contemporary appearance.
What fabrics are available for Coolie lampshades?
We offer a wide range of fabrics including brushed cotton, faux silk, velvet as well as customers own. Fabric samples are available on request.
What lining options do you offer?
Choose a lining to suit your interior, from a white PVC for most light to a softer natural cotton or popular metallics for a muted light
Are Coolie lampshades suitable for modern interiors?
Yes. Although Coolie lampshades have traditional roots, they work beautifully in contemporary interiors when paired with modern fabrics and colours.

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Supplying handmade lampshades to interior designers, specifiers, hotels, restaurants, retailers and commercial interiors across the UK.
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Loved by homes, hotels & designers
“Absolutely beautiful quality. The lampshade transformed the room completely — I couldn’t believe the difference. Imperial Lighting were incredibly helpful and delivered exactly what I described.”
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