Although a common slang term to disrespect a person, this can also be a proper noun of a person. When defining a person, these people are typical artistic, smart, and friendly boys.
"You see that boy over there?" Person A
"Yeah, his name is Shade. He's totally awesome, and super cute." Person B
a person who tries to act black but isnt even close to being black. he is a poser and nothing else. shades can be real assholes most of the time, but its usually good 2 know one.
Person 1: god man, shades trying to act black again.
Person 2: Just let him be, he's a shade.