The Polo modern drum pendant light introduces a clean, contemporary elegance to any interior. Its shallow, straight‑sided profile feels effortlessly modern, making it an ideal choice for homes, boutique hospitality spaces, and stylish commercial settings. A defining feature of the design is its central opening, finished with a personalised fabric combination. You can specify the same fabric colour for both the outer and inner ring, or select contrasting tones to create a striking two‑tone effect—simply choose from the studio’s standard fabric options in the menu to customise your Polo pendant.
Shown here in Crimson Red Satin with an Almond Cream Satin inner, a refined cotton‑polyester blend with a subtle sateen sheen, giving it a smooth, softly lustrous finish. The open‑centre design creates the distinctive “polo” effect—perfect for installations where the interior of the shade is visible, such as over dining tables, kitchen islands, or as a standout feature light.
Handcrafted in Oxfordshire by The Light Shade Studio, each Polo pendant is made with care, precision, and premium materials. The 50cm model houses four large Edison screw GLS lamps, discreetly concealed behind a frosted glass diffuser secured with polished chrome clips. The bespoke fabric shade features a crisp rolled‑edge finish, a bright white laminate lining for excellent light reflection, and a matching polished chrome ceiling cup.
The result is a high‑quality, UK‑made designer pendant offering bright, even illumination and a timeless, versatile silhouette - ideal for low ceilings, minimalist interiors, and contemporary schemes.
Product Features
- Shade size: 50cm diameter x 20cm height
- Four‑light suspension discreetly housed inside the shade
- Adjustable height at the point of installation: 35cm minimum to 300cm maximum
- Open‑top shade with a crisp rolled edge-finish and frosted glass diffuser
- Clear cable, matching chrome ceiling plate
- Ceiling Cup Dimensions: 12cm diameter x 2.5cm height
Bulb Information
- Requires 4 x ES (E27) GLS bulbs (max 60W each)
- Bulbs not included, for the softest, most even glow, we recommend frosted or pearl lamps to help reduce bright spots
- Recommended: 4 x 8W GLS Lamp 1000 Lumens (equivalent to 68W) BUL‑E27‑LED‑17
- Fully dimmable when used with compatible dimmable bulbs
Bespoke Fabric Options – Create Your Perfect Pendant
The Polo pendant is made to order and fully customisable. Choose from a wide range of luxurious fabrics including 100% Dupion Silk, Satin, and Linen, available in a beautiful selection of colours and size options.
We’re always happy to help you design the perfect shade. You can contact us by phone, email, or visit us in‑store for a free design consultation. For a truly bespoke pendant shade, if you’d prefer to use your own fabric (COM), we can discuss your requirements and guide you through the process.
To explore the full fabric and lining collection, you can order a Swatch Card for £3.50 - this cost is fully refunded when you purchase any bespoke shaded product within 60 days.
Returns Policy
As this is a bespoke, made-to-order product, it falls outside our standard returns policy. Refunds cannot be offered after the initial 24‑hour cooling‑off period. For full details, please see our Shipping & Returns Policy for more details. Your statutory rights remain unaffected in cases where goods are faulty or not as described.
Our standard lead time for The Light Shade Studio bespoke products is typically 2-3 weeks, though this may extend during peak seasonal periods.
