Silk String Lampshade - Midnight Blue, 25/40cm x 25cm

This Mantra lampshade uses hand-wrapped silk thread around a metal wire frame to create a tapered drum profile, measuring 25cm at the base, 40cm at the top, and 25cm tall. The midnight blue silk is wrapped in parallel lines around the vertical struts, creating fine vertical ribbing that catches light differently depending on viewing angle. The shade is designed as a replacement or upgrade for existing table lamps and pendant fittings with compatible shade rings or clips.

The tapered profile suits both table lamp bases where a wider top prevents glare when seated nearby, and pendant fittings in hallways, dining areas or bedrooms where the shade needs to spread light over a wider area than a straight drum. The midnight blue tone sits between navy and a deeper indigo, reading as a saturated cool blue under daylight and shifting slightly towards near-black when unlit in low ambient light. The silk thread softens the light output compared to a plain fabric shade, diffusing the bulb without blocking it entirely.

The wrapped silk construction leaves small gaps between each thread, creating a pattern of fine light and shadow lines on surrounding surfaces when the lamp is lit. The shade weighs 0.76kg, which is light enough for most table lamp bases but substantial enough to sit securely on a pendant fitting without movement from air currents. The wire frame is visible through the silk when backlit, so this shade pairs best with decorative bulbs or fittings where the internal structure becomes part of the aesthetic rather than something to hide.

What lamp fittings does this shade fit?

The shade requires a fitting with a shade ring or clip compatible with the wire frame structure. Most table lamps with a harp or European ring fitting will accept it. Check the fitting type on your existing lamp base before ordering.

Does the silk thread fully cover the bulb?

No. The wrapped silk creates vertical ribbing with small gaps between threads, so the bulb and internal frame are partially visible when lit. This shade works best with decorative filament or vintage-style bulbs where the visible bulb adds to the aesthetic.

How much light does the midnight blue colour block?

The midnight blue silk reduces light output more than a white or cream shade would. Expect the shade to diffuse and soften light rather than maximise brightness, making it better suited to ambient or mood lighting than task lighting.

Can it be used on a pendant fitting?

Yes. The tapered profile and 0.76kg weight suit pendant fittings in hallways, dining areas and bedrooms. The wider top diameter spreads light over a larger area than a straight drum would.