Designer Hanging Shade Chandeliers
Explore Visual Comfort & Co.’s broad range of hanging shade lights to discover a variety of styles and sizes to complement any decor. These elegant fixtures are crafted with premium materials by expert designers, so you can search with confidence. Whatever aesthetic you’re looking for, you’ll find it here.
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Hanging shade fixtures are suspended from the ceiling by a cord, chain, or rod, and feature a shade around its bulb or bulbs. Our collection includes some of our most versatile fixtures, ready to suit any aesthetic style and provide numerous types of lighting. Fixtures with fabric and paper shades soften the light for a warm and inviting glow, while glass and metal shades create a sleek and modern look. Created by leading designers, from Barbara Barry and Ian K. Fowler to Marie Flanigan and Alexa Hampton, these fixtures are generally less elaborate than traditional chandeliers, allowing you to add a touch of charming simplicity and style to your home.
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Depending on the design and the materials used, hanging shades can serve a wide variety of lighting and decorative functions.
Hanging Shade Materials
Fabric shades soften the light for a warm and inviting glow. Fabric shades come in various colors, patterns, and textures, making them adaptable to many interior themes. Glass shades create a sleek and modern look. The lighting effect and aesthetic varies depending on the glass type, ranging from clear and frosted to colored. Metal shades add an industrial or contemporary touch, often casting more focused light, making them excellent for areas used for tasks like reading or cooking. Paper shades provide a delicate, soft light, and can feature intricate designs or patterns, often used to complement more casual or eclectic decor styles.Plastic shades are lightweight and versatile, often mimicking other materials and coming in a range of colors and shapes.
Hanging Shade Styles
Drum hanging shades are cylindrical, offering a classic, clean look, suitable for modern and traditional settings alike. Bowl hanging shades are similar to drums, but have a more rounded shape. They’re often used in transitional or contemporary designs. Globe hanging shades are spherical and provide 360-degree illumination, perfect for ambient lighting. Cone hanging shades direct light downward, making them ideal for task lighting over kitchen islands, reading nooks, and desks. Bell hanging shades also direct light downward, providing focused light while adding a touch of elegance.
Don’t let this wealth of choices overwhelm you. You can quickly narrow things down by considering the aesthetic style you want, the size your space calls for, and the type of lighting you need. From there, you can trust your eye and choose the fixtures you love most.