Category Decorative
Zwiesel Glas From Zwiesel Glas, the vases from the Waters series might be seen as a return to nature: the unique blend of colour and tint evoking a tempestuous river, the organic shapes inspired by forces of nature. An exhilarating interplay of light and shade, caused by translucent, transparent structural colouring, creates a unique atmosphere in any room. Waters comes in two different sizes and five colours. As in nature, each vase is unique, and is handcrafted in Zwiesel using traditional glassmaking techniques of the very highest quality.
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Alessi While Alessi has a host of incredible decorative pieces in its remit, the Anna G. corkscrew – originally designed in 1994 by Alessandro Mendini – is a classic. Joined by its companion piece Alessandro M. roughly ten years later, together the duo make for an iconic couple. To celebrate the memorable pair of corkscrews designed by her father Alessandro, Fulvia Mendini has imagined a fairy tale in an oak forest where the two characters dance in an endless search for desires and secrets. Thus were born two new arboreal dresses, two eye-catching patterns that enhance the soft and delicate design of these iconic corkscrews. In this limited edition, they wear original poetic accessories and are further embellished by an exclusive metal surface treatment.
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Things of beauty Decorative tabletop – be it a sculptural investment piece or a less expensive trend item – is as important for dressing the home as any dinnerware collection. In fact, they are probably what catches the eye the most! TI seeks out some of the more interesting pieces on the market…
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Melissa Raynor, VP sales & home décor product development What is trending in decorative tabletop? Decorative tabletop vases that replicate the look of timeless stone and natural materials in grey, taupe, and white textured finishes are selling well at our retailers. Coloured glass vases with ribbed decorative detailing are also selling well.
Vases are such an integral part of tablescaping, are they still popular with buyers? Yes, vases are giftable and sell well year-round as customers purchase them to give to their friends and family filled with flowers for special occasions.
Is any material type proving to be in demand? We have seen colour glass vases increase in demand both with our retail brick and mortar buyers and our ecommerce customers.
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S|P Collection www.finediningandliving.eu Embodying the essence of sophisticated refinement, the Cave vases add harmony to any space. Made from high-quality stoneware, this anthracite vase adds sophistication to any room. Its unique design is perfect for displaying blooms or delicate stems.