Its shallow, straight‑sided profile makes the Polo modern drum pendant light an elegant choice for homes, hospitality projects, and commercial spaces seeking understated contemporary style with excellent illumination. A signature design detail is the central hole with a coordinating fabric inner, supplied as standard in the same colour as the outer shade. For further customisation, the Polo can be specified in a two‑tone fabric combination or crafted using customers’ own fabric (COM). Shown here in James Hare Shagreen fabric with a coordinating Airforce Blue satin inner, it creates a striking “polo” effect - ideal for installations where the interior of the shade is visible, such as over dining tables, kitchen islands, or statement feature lighting.
The Polo straight side drum pendant from The Light Shade Studio is a refined, handcrafted UK‑made pendant light designed to bring a clean, contemporary aesthetic to modern interiors. Available in two sizes, the large 85cm Polo pendant accommodates 6 x large Edison screw GLS lamps, discreetly concealed behind a frosted glass diffuser secured with polished chrome retaining clips. The pendant features a beautifully made bespoke fabric drum lampshade with a crisp rolled‑edge finish, bright white laminate lining for enhanced light reflection with a polished chrome ceiling cup.
Expertly handcrafted in the studio’s Oxfordshire workshop, the Polo pendant showcases premium materials and artisan craftsmanship, resulting in a durable, high‑quality designer pendant light. Choose from the studio’s extensive luxury fabric collection or specify a custom fabric to perfectly match your interior scheme. The neutral white lining ensures bright, even light distribution, while the straight‑side drum silhouette provides a versatile, space‑saving solution ideal for low ceilings, contemporary interiors, and minimalist lighting schemes.
Product Features
- Shade size: 85cm diameter x 20cm height
- Six‑light suspension discreetly housed inside the shade
- Adjustable height at the point of installation: 50cm minimum to 300cm maximum
- Open‑top shade with a crisp rolled edge finish and frosted glass diffuser
- Supplied with a clear cable, matching chrome ceiling plate
- Ceiling Cup Dimensions: 20cm diameter x 2.5cm height
Bulb Information
- Requires 6 x ES (E27) GLS bulbs (max 60W each)
- Bulbs not included, we recommend using a frosted or pearl effect lamp to help soften and diffuse the light, which helps reduce bright spots showing through the lamp shade
- Recommended: 6 x 8W GLS Lamp 1000 Lumens (equivalent to 68W) BUL‑E27‑LED‑17
- Fully dimmable when used with compatible dimmable bulbs
Bespoke Fabric Options – Fully Customisable Pendant Light
- The Polo pendant is a made‑to‑order, customisable lighting solution, available in a wide range of luxurious fabrics including 100% Dupion Silk, Satin, and Linen. Choose from multiple colours and sizes to create a shade that perfectly complements your décor.
- Shown here and priced in "Airforce Blue" Satin, a refined cotton polyester blend crafted with a sateen sheen that gives it a beautifully smooth, lustrous appearance.
- Discover the complete selection of Light Shade Studio fabrics and linings with our Swatch card, priced at £3.50. Your purchase will be refunded in full when you order any bespoke shaded product within 60 days.
- We offer a free design consultation to help you explore all available options. Contact us by phone, email, or visit us in‑store. If you prefer to supply your own fabric, we are happy to discuss your personalised requirements.
Returns Policy
As this is a bespoke, customised product, it is not covered by our standard returns policy. Refunds cannot be offered after the initial 24‑hour cooling‑off period. Please refer to 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.
