1 Classic serving
Keeping your glassware classic will mean you’ll stay on trend year after year. Opt for elegant yet understated designs and neutral colour schemes, such as this Skir glass from Ikea.
• Skir glasses, Dh33 each, Ikea stores across the UAE
2 Colour play
If you’re anything like us, your glassware collection could probably do with an injection of colour. These pastel-coloured Polka flutes from Annabel James will brighten up any kind of gathering – and make it easy for guests to keep track of their drinks.
• Flutes, Dh135 (for set of four), www.annabeljames.co.uk
3 Fabulous fruit
Have a bit of fun with how you serve drinks at your next party. Pieces such as these Pomegranate-shaped glasses from O’de Rose are definite conversation starters.
• Pomegranate glasses, Dh75 each, O'de Rose, www.o-derose.com
4 Modern makings
Take a more artistic approach to your everyday glasses. This monochromatic tumbler is from LSA International, one of Europe’s leading creators of contemporary handmade glass.
• Tumbler, Dh95, Bloomingdale's Home, Dubai Mall
5 Blue waters
Lesson number one, glassware doesn’t have to be transparent. Opt instead for pieces in striking shades of blue, like this set from Zara Home.
• Glass and tumbler set, from Dh15, Zara Home stores across the UAE
