Empire UNO Lamp Shade Steel Blue - Compact Empire Shade

In this review the Aspen Creative 58914 Empire UNO lamp shade is presented as a compact, decorative option for bedside and accent lamps. The bottom line: this steel blue, empire-shaped shade is best for anyone who needs a centered UNO fit and a soft, warm light from a durable hardback construction. The shade's UNO slip fitter and 33mm inner diameter mean it sits neatly on non-threaded sockets, while the steel blue fabric and virgin styrene backing produce a pleasing glow that elevated a guest bedroom in several customer accounts.

Key Features

• UNO Slip Fitter: The shade uses a 33mm UNO slip fitter that centers the shade on phenolic non-threaded sockets for a stable, neat look.
• Steel Blue Fabric: The colored fabric softens light and adds a botanical, decorative touch that customers said transformed their rooms.
• Hardback Construction: Virgin styrene backing keeps the shade smooth and resistant to cracking or yellowing compared with recycled backing options.
• Compact Empire Shape: With a 5 in top, 9 in bottom and 7 in slant height, the empire silhouette directs light downwards for bedside reading and accent lighting.
• Versatile Use: Sized for table lamps, vintage lamps, candle stick lamps and nightstand lamps, it fits many small lamp bases when the socket matches UNO requirements.

Who It's For

This shade is well suited to homeowners looking to refresh a bedside, guest bedroom or living room end table lamp with a unique steel blue finish and reliable hardback construction. It is a good pick for those who need a centered UNO fit on phenolic non-threaded sockets and who appreciate a slightly botanical, crafted appearance.

Those who should look elsewhere include owners of threaded lamp sockets or bases that require harp fittings, since the UNO slip fitter is only compatible with non-threaded phenolic sockets measuring 1-5/16 in wide. Also consider a larger shade if the 5 in top and 9 in bottom dimensions feel too small for your lamp proportion.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Attractive steel blue fabric that creates a warm, appealing glow when lit.
• Hardback virgin styrene backing preserves shape and resists yellowing over time.
• UNO 33mm slip fitter centers the shade neatly on non-threaded sockets for a clean look.

Cons

• Limited compatibility: fits only phenolic non-threaded sockets 1-5/16 in wide, so it will not work with threaded lamp bases without adapter or modification.
• Size is compact; some users may find the 5 in by 9 in footprint too small for larger lamp bodies.

Specifications

Brand	Aspen Creative
Model	58914 Empire UNO
Shade Color & Material	Steel blue fabric with virgin styrene backing
Fitter Type	Brass UNO slip fitter, inner diameter 33mm (1-5/16 in)
Dimensions	5 in top x 9 in bottom x 7 in slant height; 4-3/8 in drop
Package	1 x UNO lamp shade

Our Verdict

The Aspen Creative 58914 steel blue empire UNO shade is a solid value for anyone with a compatible non-threaded socket who wants a compact, decorative shade that holds its shape. Its hardback construction and centered UNO fit make it dependable for bedside and accent lamps, though buyers with larger lamp bodies or threaded sockets should consider other fittings or sizes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this shade fit any lamp?
It only fits phenolic non-threaded sockets that measure 1-5/16 in wide because it uses a 33mm UNO slip fitter.

What color and material is the shade?
The outer fabric is steel blue and the shell uses virgin styrene backing for a smooth, warm light.

Is the shade durable?
Yes, the hardback construction with virgin styrene is designed to resist cracking and yellowing compared with recycled backing options.