I am tablescape obessed. I constantly dream of new plates that I am hoping to collect. My wedding registry was almost 90% tabletop. I stalk Mieke ten Have’s instagram for fun places to add to my Duchess County Antique-ing list. I dream of the exact details of my future butler’s pantry (red felt lined custom drawers for my silverware!).
I think the key to a perfect table is a touch of whimsy. These glasses by Laguna B are just the ticket. They are just so summer-y and fun. This is perfectly exemplified by this beautiful summer table by Kristen O’Neill.
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As soon as I saw these photos, I immediately started to investigate Laguna B - as the colorful glasses really lit up the entire design and added to the playful, happy vibe that is exactly what a summer dinner party is supposed to feel like!
PHOTO CREDIT - VOGUE
Laguna B is a Venice, Italy based brand founded by Marie Brandolini in 1996. Marie earned the nickname “the Glassmaking Countess” while training with the Murano masters.
Her Venetian tumblers were inspired by the goti de fornasa glasses that glassmakers would make at the end of the day using leftover bits of glass for their own personal use. Sadly, she passed away in 2013, but her work has been continued by her son Mercantonio. As a Rothschild who married into the Brandolini family - there is such a convergence of legacy and tradition within her family. Read more about the work her son is doing now to continue to innovate within the Murano glass tradition here. For a peak into the Palazzo Brandolini - click here.
To start your collection - click here to order from Moda Operandi. Collect one at a time for yourself, or gift a pair to be someone’s very favorite house guest!
