SET FOR SPRING.
Bold colors (offset by a few neutrals and pastels) and intricate designs define the newest dinnerware patterns on offer at the New York Tabletop Show this month. Flatware is sleek and clean-lined; glassware is primarily clear, occasionally embellished with gold or some other metallic, and in some instances, mimics the cuts typically found in pricier crystal pieces.Joe Weiner, Bloomingdale's fashion director of home, weighed in on some of the latest looks. "I'm excited about a maximalist approach to pan-Mediterranean motifs; it's the Gucci effect on home but also the result of Portugal becoming a major travel destination for the design crowd," he said. "This is a layered look that works well when showcasing a variety of patterns that look like they've been collected over time.
"I'm also excited about what I'm calling Neo-Deco which is a 21st century interpretation of Art Deco motifs. As we approach the next roaring 20s I'm seeing a strong interest in the combination of modern style and fine craftsmanship and rich materials; it's about celebrating and socializing in a luxurious and glamorous manner."
Tom Blumenthal, CEO of Gearys Beverly Hills, is also homing in on items that make for great casual parties at home. "It's all about home accessories" and fun ways to set the table that's not necessarily about china, he said.
"I'm bored with bar," he added. "It's been bar, bar, bar, bar, bar. It's still a great category, still important, but what else is out there--a great charcuterie board? Hors d'oeuvres flatware? A fun dessert presentation?
"We're looking for things that are not just about sitting at a formal dinner table. That's great too, but for this generation, that's not appealing to them."
Wayfair comes to market looking to partner with suppliers to round out its current assortment, add newness and drive its core offering, said Chrissie Puchta, associate director, tabletop, at Wayfair. "Top classes span dinnerware, flatware, glassware and barware and dining linens," she said. "Sets usually sell well across these classes but we're seeing open stock become a popular option as our customer experiments with mix-and-match tablescapes and seasonal refreshes. We're also looking forward to connecting with suppliers on some the exciting initiatives that we're continuing to scale, such as our registry offering and 3D merchandising."
1 Inspired by the clean lines, versatility and multifunctionality of Scandinavian design, Linnea by Libbey brings grace and simplicity to the table.
2 Capdeco's Cony flatware is interpreted in black wood and rose gold.
3 As part of Wedgwood' s artist-in-residence program, artist Hitomi Hosono created this Pink Prunus Jasper Covered Box.
1 Spode Christmas Tree's festive new annual collection features snow-flakes and holly berries on a rich green border.
2 Boston flatware by Villeroy & Boch features a modern structured design with handles that include elements of the rhombus and diamond design, complementing Villeroy's existing Boston glassware collection.
3 Robinson Home's heavyweight Craft Kitchen highball glasses are dishwasher-safe and made of durable crystalline glass with a generous 13-ounce capacity.
4 New Fiesta Flower Pots come in sets of three in a variety of color schemes and fit on the Fiesta Small Bread Tray (sold separately).
1 Patina Vie's set of three vanity trays, made by Zrike Brands, is made of stoneware and is dishwasher-safe.
2 The newest addition to Herend's Fish Scale family is a saturated turquoise color which brings a bold, exotic flair to the Herend catalog.
3 With nods to minimalism, Moser's Julia pattern still makes a grand statement with geometrical scoring that imparts an intriguing texture.
4 Makassar Gold dinnerware from Royal Limoges can mix with Arcades gray/gold from Philippe Deshoulieres as well as MAK gray from Royal Limoges.
1 The blue-and-gold "brushstroke" edging of Mikasa's Esme dinnerware feels traditional, but its coupe shape sets a decidedly contemporary mood.
2 Noritake's Hammock collection features different motifs of dots, lines, checks and a solid texture reminiscent of faded denim, available in blue, gray and khaki.
3 The Cuenca collection by Prouna is a contemporary translation of an old design inspired by vintage handwoven Spanish rugs from the 17th and 1 8th century.
4 Sango's Modern Mandela combines a reactive glaze and traditional decal techniques, softening lines and blurring colors to appeal to more casual everyday dinner-ware consumers.
5 Designed by Thomas Bastide, Baccarat's new Octogone Vase pays homage to the iconic red pampille adorning all Baccarat chandeliers as a trademark since 1997.
1 Assorted Countryside dessert plates by Arc International feature different farm emblems.
2 Raku by Michael Wainwright is inspired by the Japanese firing process in which smoke is absorbed in the clay body and glazes the piece.
3 Towle Living's antique-inspired set-of-four spreaders feature decorative flower and leaf accents.
1 Just Desserts from Lenox focuses on entertaining essentials in assorted blue and white patterns, with a handthrown pottery feel crafted of porcelain and accented in microwave-safe gold.
2 Nambe's new matte black Lava barware includes numerous pieces such as this carafe.
3 Mepra's Perla is an updated classic--the alignment of beads is typical of Louis XVI ornamentation. It is available in all finishes for which Mepra is known.
4 Christofle's Perles Collection revisits one of its iconic collections; the pearled strip comes from the 1930 Caraeilhac box and is handmade by master silversmiths in the Christofle Haute Orfevrerie workshops.
1 Tapping a trend in florals, Tzeng Shyng's mix and match Growing Tradition collection is executed in pink and coral.
2 The latest Gibson Elite dinnerware elevates dining with soft hues and bold embossed designs.
3 Inspired by the nuanced beauty of sea glass, La Jolla dinnerware by Fortessa has soft wisps of color that form a whirlpool around a frosted translucent surface.
By Allison Zisko
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| Title Annotation: | new york tabletop show preview |
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| Author: | Zisko, Allison |
| Publication: | HFN Home Furnishings News |
| Date: | Apr 1, 2019 |
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