I love these lamps. I originally ordered a different set and had to return them because the bottom light was also controlled by the top in addition to the bottom being touch. Well when you turn the top switch nothing would happen. These lamps however the top is completely separate from the bottom and works like it should. I love the black trip on the shade but the one thing I did not like is the gold shade rims. I spray painted mine black. It would be nice if they were black like the rest of the lamp. These  look so awesome in our guest room and I would highly recommend them!!!