I love everything about these lamps (they are a set of two, which is great) .... however, the description of the base being "pale blue" is not that accurate to me. It is much closer to a "sea foam green" than blue - see pic of it next to a pretty undeniable blue tissue box for comparision.

Apart from that - the lamps work fine and the USB charging port in the base is SO handy! I can charge my phone or any USB device while I sleep, knowing it is right there when I need it!