Dinnerware
Philadelphia Mayor Presents Pope Francis With a One-Of-A-Kind Bowl Hand-Crafted By Lenox
On September 22, 2015, Mayor Michael A. Nutter presented a beautiful china bowl hand-crafted by Lenox for Pope Francis to Archbishop Chaput at the World Meeting of Families opening ceremony. Lenox Corporation, America’s leading tableware, giftware and home entertaining company, had the prestigious honor of crafting this special token of unity to celebrate this historic papal visit to Philadelphia.
“Pope Francis’s visit to the U.S. will be remembered for years to come by Philadelphia and the whole of America,” said Mayor Nutter. “It’s fitting that we present him with a beautiful, made-in-America design from Lenox, a Philadelphia area company. It was a pleasure to work with Lenox to make this a reality.”
The Declaration of Independence inspired the overall appearance of this piece, from the color palette to the hand-written script found on the inside rim. To create this look the images were illustrated in the style of old lithograph-printing techniques. Independence Hall, home of the Declaration of Independence, and St. Peter’s Basilica, home of Pope Francis, are illustrated on the sides to symbolize the unification of our two cities. The essence of the values between His Holiness and the founders of Philadelphia are written on the inside of the bowl; the important practices of Liberty, Friendship, Unity, Peace, and Love to our fellow man.
“We were honored to have the opportunity to design this special gift in our studio in Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania and manufacture it in our factory in Kinston, North Carolina.” said Peter Cameron, Chief Executive Officer of Lenox Corporation. “Lenox takes pride in being able to participate in this historic moment with our U.S. made fine china bowl.”
The bowl is handcrafted in the USA of Lenox ivory bone china with a distinctive opulent etched 24-karat gold border. This exquisite gift for Pope Francis was created with the same level of attention to detail and quality materials used to make gifts for U.S. presidents, governors and dignitaries during Lenox’s distinguished 125-year history.
Kiyasa Partners With Domenico Vacca to Develop & Launch a New Collection Made by Prouna
Kiyasa Group, the exclusive distributor of PROUNA in the U.S., has partnered with the celebrated Italian fashion designer, Domenico Vacca, to launch a complete line of luxurious and stunning tableware and gift collection for the designer.
Along with his logo, the tableware features an embossed alligator print throughout the collection, using a real alligator skin to guide the design, drawing inspiration from Domenico Vacca’s iconic alligator Julie bag. Remaining true to the spirit of the Vacca’s brand, a twist on classic design, this beautiful collection comprises four different styles of tableware. They include a white alligator print on fine bone china; bone and hand-painted 24-karat gold; bone, hand-painted 24-karat gold and hand-placed Swarovski crystals (marking the first for a fashion designer to use Swarovski on tableware); and tableware in jewel-toned hues such as Alligator Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Safari.
This stunning collection is created by PROUNA, known for its high quality of bone china and regarded as a pioneer in developing technical expertise and knowledge for embedding Swarovski Crystals, with a dishwasher durable technology, on to fine bone china.
The tableware collection is set to launch this October simultaneously with the opening of Kiyasa Group’s new flagship showroom at 41 Madison on the 17th floor and the designer’s new 8,000-square foot flagship retail store in Manhattan. The tableware collection will also be available at retailers such as Bloomingdale’s and Saks Fifth Avenue, and on www.Kiyasa.com.
New Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Grey Collection Suite of Organic Neutrals
Portmeirion® Group debuts the new Sophie Conran Grey Collection with sophisticated looks for both dinnerware and serveware. Rich in tone, this neutral gray adds a luxurious and contemporary feel to everyday dining.
The finely crafted porcelain collection delivers a balance of warmth and refinement. Available in an assortment of dinnerware, bowls, serveware and bakeware, Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Grey is the perfect oven-to-table collection for today’s busy lives.
“Today’s fashion trends inspired us to add Grey to the Sophie Conran collection,” states Wendy Motlaq, corporate vice president for Portmeirion Group. “We now have a choice of organic neutral colors that can be used to personalize the dining experience and help make any occasion special.”
All pieces in the Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Grey Collection are dishwasher safe, microwave safe and freezer safe. The collection includes:
Portmeirion Sophie Conran Grey 4-piece Place Setting
A 4-piece place setting (sale price $49.99) composed of an 11-inch dinner plate, 8-inch salad plate, 7.25-inch cereal bowl and a 12.5-ounce mug. Also available individually (sale prices starting at $11.00), the pieces add a refined style to everyday dining and entertaining.
A Small Footed Bowl, Pasta Bowl, Medium Salad Bowl and Large Salad Bowl are available and will help serve pastas, salad and vegetables (sale prices starting at $11.50).
The 14.5-inch Medium Oval Platter and 17-inch Large Oval Platter will make any meat dish or side dishes the focus of your table (sale price starting at $35.00).
The 2-pint Teapot, Covered Sugar and Creamer will bring elegance to any morning tea or coffee (sale prices starting at $17.60).
The Lasagna/Roaster, Large Handled Rectangular Roasting Dish and Large Handled Oval Roasting Dish (sale prices starting at $35.00) are elegant entertaining options that will be the talk of any pot luck dinner.
For information about Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Grey Collection, or any Portmeirion Group product, visit www.portmeirion.com.
Introducing Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Blue & White Collection
Portmeirion® Group leads the blue and white trend in dinnerware with the debut of the Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Blue & White Collection, a mix of contemporary, vintage patterns inspired by traditional English spongeware techniques.
An assortment of delicate, deep blue stamped patterns on a white, clean surface adorn each piece of the porcelain dinnerware and serveware collection. Available in four coordinating patterns, each with subtle differences, the timeless Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Blue & White Collection mixes and matches perfectly with other patterns, such as Sophie Conran for Portmeirion White and new Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Grey Collection.
“Our Sophie Conran Blue & White collection is designed to add a touch of warmth and elegance to everyday dining,” states Wendy Motlaq, corporate vice president for Portmeirion Group. “The collection’s sophisticated style makes it appear as if they were found in an antique shop – giving a vintage, heirloom feel to the entire table.”
Each available in an assortment of patterns, pieces in the Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Blue & White Collection are dishwasher safe, microwave safe and freezer safe. The Collection includes a 12-piece starter set of four dinner plates, four salad bowls, and four mugs (sale price $149.99), perfect for everyday dining and entertaining. The 7.25-inch cereal bowl, available in sets of four, is perfect for enjoying soup or cereal (sale price $49.99). The 5.5-inch Footed Bowl (sale price $29.50) adds an elegant touch to ordinary meals. The 11.25-inch Medium Salad Bowl (sale price $35.00) or 14.5-inch Medium Oval Platter (sale price $45.00) will help bring family favorites to the table. The 1.5-pint Medium Pitcher (sale price $24.00) is a stunning way to serve water or cocktails.
For more information about Sophie Conran for Portmeirion Blue & White Collection, or any Portmeirion Group product, visit www.portmeirion.com.
Portmeirion Group Introduces New 2015 Spode Christmas Tree Collection
Spode Annual Collector Plate 8-Inch
Portmeirion® Group announces the introduction of the 2015 Christmas Tree Collections for Spode®. With its festive and vibrant new elements, the Spode Christmas Tree Collection features beautiful vintage designs, classic annual collectibles and an enchanting set of holiday figurals.
“For our 2015 collection we were really focused on creating new memories while keeping in mind what has made Spode Christmas Tree a special part of our customer’s lives for over 77 years,” states Wendy Motlaq, corporate vice president for Portmeirion Group. “We know our customers will delight in looking for traditional design elements, while enjoying the vibrant new border colors, and entertaining pieces.”
The 2015 Annual Collection features four new items with a floral and ornament pattern border in bright red with beautiful flecks of gold under-tones. This year’s Annual Collection includes the Annual Plate, Annual Mug, Annual Bowl and dessert tray starting at $19.99.
The Christmas Tree Vintage Collection with four new items, features red and green borders of ornaments pulled straight from the decorations of the Spode Christmas Tree. The collection features a set of two Sentiment Bowls, set of two Devonia Dishes and set of two Sentiment Trays, as well as a 2-Tier Cake Stand ranging from $29.99 to $49.99.
Spode Christmas Tree Vintage Collection 2-Tier Cake Stand
The dimensionally shaped pieces in the Teddy Bear and Snowman Figural Collection are perfect for leaving cookies for Santa or holiday candy for guests. The 14-inch Teddy Bear Cookies for Santa Platter, Salt & Pepper Shakers and Candy Box start at $19.99. Mr. & Mrs. Snowman Candy Bowl, Snowman Cookie Jar and Mr. & Mrs. Snowman Salt & Pepper Shakers also start at $19.99.
Other 2015 Spode Christmas Tree introductions include:
Five new items in the Christmas Tree Glassware Collection: Pitcher, Serving Bowl, Set of 4 Red Wine Glasses, Set of 4 All Purpose Ice Tea Glasses starting and a set of two footed candle holders, starting at $39.99.
The new Oval Platter and Sugar and Creamer set in the Christmas Tree Gold Collection starting at $39.99.
The Ribbons Collection featured 2 new items: a 14-inch sandwich tray and an 8-inch bowl starting at $29.99.
Eight new items in the Christmas Tree Serveware Collection: Cake Plate w/server, Daisy bowl, set of two daisy shaped tea lights, 10-inch star dish, single handled tray, set of two Bell dishes, set of six Pastry Forks, set of six Tea Spoons ranging from $14.99 to $39.99.
Product will be in stock late August/ early September.
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