The Polo modern drum pendant light brings a clean, contemporary elegance to any space. Its shallow, straight‑sided silhouette feels effortlessly modern, making it a beautiful choice for homes, boutique hospitality settings, and stylish commercial interiors. One of its signature touches is the central opening, finished with a coordinating fabric inner that matches the outer shade as standard. If you’d like something more personalised, the Polo can also be made in a two‑tone fabric combination or crafted using your own supplied material (COM).
Shown here in Crimson Red Satin fabric with an Almond Cream Satin inner, the Polo’s refined cotton‑polyester blend has a subtle sateen sheen that gives the shade a smooth, softly lustrous finish. The open‑centre design creates a distinctive “polo” effect - perfect for installations where the inside 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, the Polo pendant is made with care, precision, and premium materials. Available in two sizes, the 50cm version houses four large Edison screw GLS lamps, neatly concealed behind a frosted glass diffuser held in place 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 that offers bright, even illumination and a timeless, versatile shape - 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: 20cm 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 sizes. Prices shown online are based on using the same fabric inside and out.
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.
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. If you’d prefer to use your own fabric, we can discuss your requirements and guide you through the process.
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.
