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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I often describe flatware as jewelry for the table, the accent that gives table settings a special flair.
Of course, unlike jewelry, flatware is essential. Used everyday, whether to savor a quick snack or enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal, you put a spoon or fork in your mouth more often throughout the day than your toothbrush. For nearly two decades, I have worked in the metals division at Lifetime Brands, so I fully understand that choosing flatware relies on many factors. Our team has done ...
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Designer Don Estabrooks just may have the most compelling flatware portfolio ever. The longtime Towle Silversmiths designer joined the company in the mid-’60s and has created hundreds of flatware patterns in an almost six-decade (and counting) tenure.
Perhaps his greatest achievement is Wave, which debuted in 2004 to rousing fanfare and has been at the top of the charts ever since. Chris Wile, another longstanding staffer (33 years), is president of Lifetime Brands/Metals (which owns ...
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While walking down Broadway last weekend, I discovered this plaque regarding Gorham, a producer of fine metalware and flatware. The plaque shares that Gorham was located in this first-ever mixed-use building built in 1883. Notably, Gorham is still producing beautiful products today and is a member of Bridge's Product Syncing service. Ironically, the brand's modern-day showroom was just seven blocks away until very recently. (This building is at 19th St. and Broadway and the Lifetime Brands ...
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September 4, 2019
September 4, 2019
I didn’t know the lavish history of Gorham, but now I can by visiting the Rhode Island School Design’s Gorham exhibit. Gorham, a Smart Brand managed and distributed by Lifetime Brands, was started by Jabez Gorham in 1831 in Providence, Rhode Island.
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April 15, 2015
April 15, 2015
New Elie Tahari tableware launches at NY Tabletop show. A new partnership with Lifetime Brands
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March 25, 2015
March 25, 2015
It's time for the races and that means Mint Juleps! Our newest designs in copper from Lifetime Brands are on sale now. Handcrafted solid copper with protective lacquer finish to resist tarnishing. Inside nickel. Available in smooth or hammered finish.
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December 11, 2014
December 11, 2014
With sleek lines and driven by performance, Savora is created for the most discerning of food lovers. The Savora Garlic Press has a unique standing design and a cast metal handle for durability. The garlic is sliced into a container which holds up to one tablespoon of garlic.
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July 18, 2010
July 18, 2010
Lifetime Brands 'socializes' via Facebook and Youtube.com
The following article is from HFN magazine:
Lifetime Brands Launches on Social Media Sites
17366 Thu, 11/19/2009 - 1:39pm NEW YORK–Lifetime Brands has launched company pages on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube to communicate directly with consumers. In addition, it announced that it will revamp its corporate Web site and relaunch it the first quarter of next year. “We touch millions of lives through the products we design—products dedicated to ...
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