(lamp shade) lampshade: a protective ornamental shade used to screen a light bulb from direct view
(Lamp shade) A lampshade is a fixture that covers the lightbulb on a lamp to diffuse the light it emits. Conical, cylindrical and other forms on floor-, desk- or table top-mounted as well as suspended lamp models are the most common and are made in a wide range of materials.
(Lamp Shade) The shade serves the important function of blocking the glare from a light bulb and is usually the most decorative part of a lamp. The lamp shade can be made of glass, fabric, metal, or other more creative materials.
ex post facto: affecting things past; "retroactive tax increase"; "an ex-post-facto law"; "retro pay"
Imitative of a style, fashion, or design from the recent past
a fashion reminiscent of the past
Retro was the only EP (7") by Ultravox, then Ultravox!, released on February 10 1978. It was the last recording released by the band as Ultravox!. Also this was the last disc featuring original guitarist Stevie Shears, who left the band after its release.
Retro Lamp
Light up your life (or just your living room) with this retro lamp with a pink fiberglass shade.
Price: $75
Perfect for: fans of everything vintage, homeowners, newlyweds, mom
Hoot+Louise
109 G. E. Patterson Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
Retro Light
Picked up in a charity shop for £2.50, not bad eh. Of course it wasn't in the West End, would have cost me £12.50 there, no doubt. Was in Oxfam in Dunoon.