We've made this beautiful lampshade from Dupioni silk. It has a timeless, tapered shape and features delicate, mushroom-pleat detail that enhances its traditional style. Easy to fit, it will draw the eye and especially complement period features in your home. The diameter refers to the lower measurement of the shade. How it's made This high-quality silk derives from a plain weave, where two cocoons become naturally adjoined and form a medium-weight, tactile silk. It's a natural fibre, so you may see some irregularities in its texture. This distinctive quality gives each lampshade a unique look and highlights its closely woven production. Good to know Our straight-sided, or drum lampshades are well-paired with modern lamp bases, while tapered lampshades work well with classic style bases. You can shop our range of lamp bases here