MIKASA’s powerhouse COUNTRYSIDE franchise continues its domination decades after their launches. Tapping into the zeitgeist of the times, the patterns’ staying power is testament to compelling classic design, line extensions, and passionate fans.
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IT’S BEEN 50 YEARS SINCE MIKASA’s FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE DEBUTED, the perfect panacea to a formal-dominated dinnerware domain. The scalloped, edged, and curved creamware provided the ideal ...
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A McKinsey study found that the average life span of companies listed on the S&P 500 was 61 years in 1958; today, it’s less than 18 years. McKinsey believes that by 2027, 75% of S&P 500 companies will have disappeared. New businesses have an 81% chance of surviving their first year; in two years, a little less than 70% of businesses are still standing. Only 25% make it to 15 years or more. There’s a clear long-term trend of declining corporate longevity, with this figure ...
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Celebrate the beauty and vitality of Tuscany with Vietri's new Terra Toscana collection. Depicting traditional landscapes and animals, these handpainted pieces are rich, lush, and irresistibly Italian. Dishwasher safe and made of Terra Bianca - a white earthenware clay used for handpainted designs, as it provides the ideal canvas for storytelling, allowing colors to truly come to life. Stop in at the Shadyside store to see the collection.
Celebrate the beauty and vitality of Tuscany with Vietri's new Terra Toscana collection. Depicting traditional landscapes and animals, these handpainted pieces are rich, lush, and irresistibly Italian. Dishwasher safe and made of Terra Bianca - a white earthenware clay used for handpainted designs, as it provides the ideal canvas for storytelling, allowing colors to truly come to life. Stop in at the Shadyside store to see the collection.
Celebrate the beauty and vitality of Tuscany with Vietri's new Terra Toscana collection. Depicting traditional landscapes and animals, these handpainted pieces are rich, lush, and irresistibly Italian. Dishwasher safe and made of Terra Bianca - a white earthenware clay used for handpainted designs, as it provides the ideal canvas for storytelling, allowing colors to truly come to life. Stop in at the Shadyside store to see the collection.
This collection has us ready for all things warm and to celebrate la dolce vita.
With swimsuits and snorkels, flipflops and sea life, these handpainted designs capture the joy and warmth of an Italian beach, and will make all of your gatherings feel like a long-awaited and well-deserved vacation. πβοΈ
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It’s hard to believe that MEPRA’s sophisticated technicolor collection FANTASIA is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year because its incandescent chromatic complexion is as fresh today as its 1989 debut.
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The brilliantly-hued fantasia comes from the Italian silversmiths Mepra, post-war business founded in 1947 by the Prandelli family, four generations fashioning flatware in the industrial Lumezzane Valley, about 90 minutes east of Milan. ...
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Introducing 2024's newest collection, Giorno! Both relaxed and refined, Giorno captures casually elegant Italian style. Giorno means “day” in Italian, and this collection is one for enjoying every day.
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It’s a 40th anniversary for the company founded by Colin Riggs (left) and Ned Voelker’s parents, Abigail and Ed Voelker. Over the last four decades, the entire family has created a curated collection of handmade tableware and giftware for the nation’s independent store retailers.
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Congratulations on a milestone 40th year in business. Are you surprised Abigails has endured? Ned Voelker: We are surprised. It’s a tribute to Ed and Abbie ...
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The new Holiday collection is comprised of 2 new colors: Rubrum (red with gold accents) and Aurum (white with gold accents). Full place settings, candles, vases, and lidded vases are available at the Shadyside store. Stop in to see the timeless elegance and vibrant energy of these beautiful new colors.
Our Christmas Open House will be Thursday, Nov. 2nd from 9 - 5:30 and
Fri. Nov. 3, Sat. Nov. 4, Mon. Nov. 6, and Tues. Nov. 7th, from 10 - 5:30. Our Vietri Event is Tuesday, Nov. 7th from 11-2:00 featuring maestro artisan Gianlucca Fabbro. Gianlucca will be happy to personalize your Vietri purchases with Italian phrases.
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Bold octagonal shaped dinnerware and serveware. Each piece has a distinctive wide rim and a 24K gold design reminiscent of the tiny mosaic squares used in Italian medieval mosaics.
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A symbol of prosperity, positivity, and good luck, roosters are a mainstay in Italian designs. Our Gallo collection has been flying off shelves since we first introduced it, and our Italian artisans have been hard at work creating new treasures to share.
Now in bold serving pieces and fun splatter paint designs, this collection brings happiness home.
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Inspired by the famous Italian landscape, Toscana Bath features a special reactive glaze, high-fired to create unique and stylish patterns. Transform any power room with its captivating pieces.
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Our new Florentino Collection is a signature of Florence, Italy, home to the Renaissance. Each wooden tray is handcrafted and painted by local Italian artisans.
These beautiful heirloom pieces will add a traditional charm and elegance to any table setting.
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