I purchased the black lamp for my daughter's room.  I didn't realize the light bulb was a special size, but was able to come back and chat to a customer service rep here on wayfair and she looked up the bulb type it needs.  make sure to get this type of bulb when you order your lamp:  40 Watt Clear G16.5 Decorative (E12) Candelabra Base Globe Shape 120V 40G16 1/2 Light Bulbs.  I'll probably order myself the purple lamp even though it doesn't match my room. lol! you turn it on/off from the cord, so that took a little getting used to for my 13 yr old daughter, but she loves the amount of light it gives her for evening use, especially when she's reading her books after bedtime (little stinker!).  :)   After reading some of the reviews, I feel very fortunate.  Our lamp was packed well and came undamaged.  it also arrived quickly after ordering.