If there is a reason you need the window shade open at that altitude, such as claustrophobia, explain that.
The flight attendant will understand.
Many airlines issue sleep shades for specifically this reason.
Originally Posted: https://www.quora.com/What-is-your-remedy-if-a-flight-attendant-forces-you-to-close-your-window-shade
Originally Posted On: 2015-12-17