Pleated lamp shades have been making a noticeable comeback in America for some time now. With the resurgence of love for English cottage interiors, it should be no surprise that these colorful gathered shades, a staple of English design, left such an impression on us. Their comeback is not in a fussy, high-end-only kind of way, but in a layered, homey, and eclectic way.
For the longest time, pleated lamp shades were reserved for custom orders with designer price tags. But as of late, these classic shades are showing up at mainstream retailers with affordable prices. Finally, pleated shades aren’t a luxury, but rather an easy and attainable upgrade. I’ve done the research for you and found 9 affordable shades in 9 beautiful colors and patterns, all of which are under $100! (Some are as little as $20!)