Pantone, the official “color people” have picked Honeysuckle to be the color of the year, it was chosen to represent optimism and confidence in these stressful and trying times. It is a pink that is playful without overwhelming, whether it is in fine china in your dining room or a sofa in your living room. Here are some samples of Honeysuckle done right:
If you’re worried about going overboard with the pink, Honeysuckle can be used as the perfect accent color. It fits comfortably with a broad range of colors including neutrals such as grey, taupe, beige, tans and caramel as well as black and white. Try Honeysuckle in napkins, chargers, and candleholders, as seen above.
Lenox Floral Fusion
Lenox incorporated Honeysuckle quite beautifully with their Floral Fusion pattern that can be used during any season to leave you feeling summery.
If Honeysuckle is a bit much for your tastes, here are some tamer versions of pink tableware. Shown are: pink glass iced tea goblets in the Arlington pattern by Mosser. Cup and saucer in the Petite Fleur Pink pattern by Laura Ashley for Johnson Brothers, vintage dinner plate in the Lollipop pattern, Pastelle line, by Mikasa, and Somebunny mug by Hallmark.
Nothing makes us happier than to see our favorite designers getting the attention they deserve That’s why we were super excited to see Annieglass’s “Edgey” dish looking beautiful in the Dining Section of the New York Times. Not only, does Annieglass churn out breathtaking glasswork masterpieces time and again, but we love their take on social responsibility and sustainability too.
Annieglass featured in the NYT Dining Section
Hop on over to our site to see our full line of Annieglass creations.
Or click here to read the full article over at New York Times.
There are so many types of glasses out there – ever wondered which is meant to be used for what? Here’s a quick and dirty guide that includes everything you need to know:
Fine glassware is usually lumped into two categories, Stemware, the more formal of the pair and usually made of crystal and Barware, which is mainly used for hard liquor.
STEMWARE
All glassware begins with, you guessed it, molten glass. Crystal, is made by adding lead to the molten glass which lends it a unique translucency, clarity, and fine color.
Most stemware sets include 4 basic types:
Bellina By Lenox
The Goblet – the good for everything glass with a 12 – 14oz bowl generally used for water, but also can be used for all types for wine.
Red Wine – a 12-16oz glass with a wide-mouthed, rounded bowl that gives the wine plenty of room to breathe. As red wine is served at room temperature, it should be held by the bowl to keep the wine at the appropriate temperature and enhance the aroma.
White Wine – 10-14oz glass that is taller in shape and tapered at the mouth. As white wine is served chilled, it’s best to hold it by the stem to prevent your
hand from warming the wine.
Flute – used for serving champagne, this glass is 6-8oz in size. The flute’s tall shape and small mouth allow the bubbles to move slowly and retain their effervescence.
BARWARE
Unlike Stemware, Barware is used for the hard stuff, like whiskey, bourbon, and vodka. It can be made of crystal or glass.
Arabesque Amber By Versace
Double Old Fashioned – or the DOB, is a short and stout 10-12oz. This wide glass is perfect for drinks “on the rocks” and everyday use.
The Highball – is the DOB’s taller, slimmer brother that holds about 12oz, also called a beverage glass. It is commonly used for mixed or iced drinks. Larger versions are called coolers.
So now you know!
Call it what you will, goblets, chalices, stemware, crystal, there is one thing we know – every drink looks better in a beautiful glass. Here is our shop’s favorite collections:
This gorgeous five piece selection with a flawless silhouette is an instant classes that you will love for a lifetime.
A trio of fluid lines, these voluptuous stems have curves in all the right places.
#3 TAC 02 by Rosenthal Bordeaux
Thoroughly modern, these lovely vessels show off the delicacy of glass to perfection.
Reminiscent of your grandmother’s crystal, this gorgeous set of glassware will add just the right splash of sparkle to your table.
Waterford has always been the king (queen?) of glass, and this time they’ve done it again with this brilliant, timeless collection.
Exquisitely carved with climbing vines, these glasses are a resplendent homage to nature.
Taking a que from her lovely dress confections, Vera Want recreates her vision in gorgeous glass.
Finish off your table setting with a splash of ocean blue.
A set for those with a penchant for playful and a whimsy for the wonderful.
#10 Bellina by Lenox Delicate floral sprigs are etched on fine crystal, giving this pattern a springtime feel.
This post is a part of the Best of Ten series in celebration of the Silver Spoon Store’s 10th anniversary.
Every once in a while you come across something so startling beautiful, so completely different than anything you’ve ever seen before that it makes you stop in wonder. Prouna‘s breathtaking take on fine china and dinnerware is definitely one of those things. A short five years ago, back in 2005 Prouna discovered a how to bond Swarovski Crystals to fine bone china in a way that is so secure, that, get this, makes it dishwasher safe. In fact, they are so confident in their new method of bonding that they guarantee the crystals will last through the life of the piece.
The Stunning Prouna Jewelry Princess Collection
So what does this magical dinnerware look like? Exactly like a fairy crashed straight into a pirate carrying a treasure chest of precious jewels. In other words, a luxury dinnerware collection that is at once intricate but simple, modern yet fairytale worthy, and of course, each one sparkles with just the right touch of Swarovski Crystals.
Prouna Jewelry Persia Collection
In addition to their jewelery collections, Prouna also has some gorgeous handpainted pieces that make functional dinnerware a work of art. Fusing form and function, Prouna has taken on the fine china industry already cluttered with amazing designers and comes out a winner each time.
Handpainted Prouna Selene Collection
In celebration of the Silver Spoon Store’s 10th Anniversary, we’re kicking off a series of Top Ten posts to showcase what we’ve learned in our 10 years in the industry.
As America’s leading tabletop and giftware brand, it’s no surprise that Lenox comes first to mind when thinking of quality dinnerware. Over 120 years old, Lenox has spend the last century building a reputation on its gorgeous collection of dinnerware, flatware and tabletop accessories, made of quality materials and beautiful design. With that, we present the best of the best with the Top Ten Lenox Dinnerware Patterns:
#8 Gilded Tapestry
Glass is probably the most underrated of all tableware materials. Doomed to be sanctioned as the least formal of dinnerware, this sturdy stock has been the wallflower of tabletop. That was until Annie Morhauser came along and realized that glass was the perfect canvas for her artistic creations. And thus Annieglass was born.
Annie’s first collection, the Roman Antique, a plate of thick glass with a widely painted rim of pure gold, was “a spoof of traditional fine china”.
Since Annie’s first glass masterpiece 30 years ago, glass has risen straight to the head of the class, showing the world it can compete with the finest of fine china, and the loveliest of crystal.
Looking to add some glamor to your holiday table? Annieglass has just the right amount of glitz to make every dinner an event. Here are some of our most favorite pieces:
Annieglass Roman Dinnerware
Annieglass Hearts Collection
Click here to see the full Annieglass collection. Here’s to a beautiful holiday!
Monique Lhuillier for Royal Doulton "Femme Fatale"
Do you know what happens when celebrity fashion designer Monique Lhuillier teams up with dinnerware powerhouse Royal Doulton? Magical things, naturally.
In this stunning collaboration of fine dinnerware, Lhuillier translates her elaborate wedding dress creations into dinnerware that blends luxury, glamour and sophistication in an effort “to inspire the modern woman to use fashionable tableware everyday!”
Our favorite from the collection is the “Femme Fatale” that is at once sultry and sophisticated, carrying a raised croc pattern in a warm pearlescent grey rimmed with bright platinum band. The rich yet neutral tones set against pure white centers are subtle and timeless, while the fashionable motif makes the look “très chic.”
The Monique Lhuillier for Royal Doulton collection carries the tagline: “Life is short, use good china.” We couldn’t agree more.
Want to see Monique Lhuillier for Royal Doulton? Check out these great patterns: Atelier, Charms, Dentelle, and Modern Love.
With over 150 million pieces sold and produced worldwide, Royal Doulton’s Old Country Roses is probably the most popular bone china pattern of all time. Designed by Harold Holdcroft in1962 for Royal Albert (who merged with Royal Doulton in 1971) its iconic pink and yellow roses were inspired by a 1921 Holdcroft design called King’s Ransom. The classic design features a lavish 22-carat gold border and has an enduring appeal for those with a passion for florals and a taste for nostalgia and vintage-chic.
Meet Old Country Roses younger sibling: Country Rose Buds. The newest edition to the Royal Doulton dinnerware collection, Country Rose Buds embodies the classic beauty of the Old Country Roses collection, but with a casual, modern feel. Crafted of bone china, the Royal Albert Country Rose buds china pattern features a sprinkling of tiny pink and gold blossoms on a white background. The Royal Albert Country Rose Buds china collection has everything you need to bring this beautiful look to your table, with coordinating sets of dessert plates and mugs.
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