Due to its shape, most of a bell lampshade's light emits from its bottom (making ... Proportion is key. If you pair a tall lamp with a short shade, it may look wonky or vice versa, a very tall shade ...

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 ...