With all that in mind, I ordered the Tulip Drum Shade ($135) and hoped it would give me the modicum of creative control I sought. Here's my review. I'll admit that ceiling light shades are a ...

A drum or rectangular shade pairs well with a geometric base for a modern look, while a conical capper often suits a traditional lamp—a ginger-jar or candlestick base, for example. Bell-shaped shades ...

Great for tucking behind furniture, floor lamps fit into corners or other tight spaces because of their slim silhouette, and they can throw light in multiple directions. I chose this sturdy drum shade ...