I like the second one the best.

The second one mirrors the shape of the base, and I think it is the most stylish

Definitely the more square shaped one, the middle picture. Not round or triangle ones. The base is so stongly a "box" shape I think you need to keep that going

Thanks ladies! I had actually ruled that one out! Shows how far my decor abilities go! Lol. Now that I look at it again I see what you mean :)

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Thanks Lynda! Matter of fact I do have another design dilemma regarding a rug. I will post it in another question later today :)

I usually take the lamp to the store and try on shades there. I like #2 as well. To be perfect the shade might have a narrow trim of silver, but you'll never find that. How about a silver tassel hanging down the side to repeat the silver on the base?

J22b, I am definitely doing something to the shade just not sure what exactly. The room has so much to get done right now. I will have a better idea once it is more put together. Thanks for the suggestions!

most def. the square one but maybe try one that is a little longer, If you view a lamp at eye level one should not see any or a very small bit of the neck (The tubular metal that carrys and hides the electrical wire to the socket). The shade looks too short and narrow. I did extensive shade shopping for two 1950 murano glass lamps I have and now know what a difference 1 or 2 inches can make. The square is the correct shape, just go larger and is black linen, No trim needed, :)

Normally round shades balance square bases beautifully, but in this case - the middle shade looks really good. Pic. #2 gets my vote.

Thanks everyone. Jewelgirl, I see what you are saying about the neck. I will now be on the hunt for one that is a bit longer. Never thought this would be so hard!

Hi ferji425 Just try to find a shorter harp if you can't find a longer shade - I think that might be easier. Shades are very hard to find for some reason .

Thanks Lynda! Where would I be able to buy one? I am thinking it will have to be a lamp/lighting specialty store. Or is there a good source online where I can get one?

Oh, wait. These shades in the pics don't even go with the harp! LOL. Much to my surprise most of the shades I have seen at stores are not used with a harp. I didn't even know there was a non harp option!

So true ferji425 some of the lamps coming out lately seem to be getting away from the harp style . My advice at this point is to take one lamp to a lighting store and they will help you fit the proper shade to the base. Some of them will even rewire the lamps if that is needed. Anyway they will give you their views on the shade you have chosen and any adjustments that have to be made.