The Deep Empire Gather Pleat Basic Lampshade is a part of Royal Designs, Inc. Timeless Basic Shade Collection. A deep empire shade with gathered pleats, this style comes in a variety of colors and sizes that will fit into any space. The outer fabric is a high quality shantung fabric that comes in a variety of colors while the inner lining is an off-white softback lining. Royal Designs has been in the lampshade business since 1993 with their multiple shade lines that exemplify handcrafted quality and value. Royal Designs has been in the lampshade business since 1993 with our multiple shade lines that exemplify handcrafted quality and value. Height is measured by slant height from top to bottom of the lampshades? front face. Measurements listed as (TOP x BOTTOM x HEIGHT). Please measure your existing shade--a replacement harp may be needed for a proper fit or additional adjustment if changing height of shade.