Characterized by layers of white polycarbonate, the shade of the UMAGE Carmina Floor Lamp has a swirling quality like frosting, resulting in a fully diffused, glare-free lighting experience. The shade can be placed on the tripod base in an upward or downward position, simplifying installation and giving you the option to change the look of the fixture at any given time. The tripod base is the same height for both shade sizes.