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The French Connections There’s a French revolution happening at Forty One Madison: A triumvirate of class and luxury—La Table Hermès, Puiforcat and SaintLouis—now occupy a 3,000-square-foot showroom on the 22nd floor. The elegant space displays the essence of French refinement. After all, these are nec plus ultra in each of their respective categories—dinnerware, silver and crystal. United under the ownership umbrella of Hermès of Paris, the three brands have a shared dedication to timeless design, beauty of hand craftsmanship and uncompromising standards of quality. And, now in their shared showroom designed by Rena Dumas Architecture Intérieure, which is responsible globally for all Hermès retail stores, the presentation of Art de la Table is seamless. “A permanent showroom at Forty One Madison allows the brands to speak not only to existing retail partners during the shows, but also to be available all year long to the designer and hospitality communities,” said Olivier Péchou, vice president of Art de la Table and Interior Design at Hermès of Paris. La Table Hermès was formed by the iconic fashion label in 1995. Story-telling signature Hermès silk scarves often provide the inspiration for the porcelain designs—distinguished by an array of poetic motifs and jewel-tone
Steak knife by Puiforcat
colors. New at the Spring Market were additions to the celebrated Bleus d’Ailleurs collection, a distinctive blue and white pattern featuring a subtle combination of Oriental and European influences. Contemporary silversmith Puiforcat became part of the Hermès group in 1993, but dates back to 1820. Jean Puiforcat, son of the founder and a leading proponent of Art Deco, applied his modernist thinking and passion for geometric design to silversmithing, and the results are a level of artistry that’s in museums and households worldwide. The tradition continues with creations such as Zermatt, a stainless flatware collection by renowned designer Patrick Jouin. The company also is stepping into new territory with a kitchen-to-table, preparation-to presentation cutlery series from Michelin-stars chef Pierre Gagnaire. Also wowing Spring Market attendees were the Pétanque vases and the reissue of Jean Puiforcat’s Visionary lamp and chess set. Olivier Péchou
The Cristalleries de Saint-Louis is one of the most revered crystal manufacturers in the world. History-making since 1586, during the mid -19th century the company introduced the now de rigueur custom of different glasses for
different uses. Saint-Louis joined the Hermès group in 1995, and its portfolio of designs includes stemware, barware, vases, decorative accessories, and spectacular chandeliers. Color was its calling card at the Spring Market with the showing of Corollaire vases, along with other entries including Arlequin Classique chandeliers, Théorème glass tumblers and Oxymore stemware. Retailers ready for a revolution of their own must pay a visit to Hermès Art de la Table. Corollaire by Saint-Louis
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Breakfasts of Champions Two hip, hit breakfast events helped nourish both the minds and bodies of Tabletop Market attendees. First, fashion guru Simon Doonan regaled a packed audience with recollections of his days as Barneys New York’s creative director and answered questions about his own tabletop tastes (traditional à la Wedgwood), life with husband Jonathan Adler (the famed potter makes the home decorating decisions), the importance of style (it’s all about expression of one’s self), and how he found inspiration for the Barneys windows that brought him and the retailer star status (stay alert and empathetic to what interests people). He capped his entertaining, laugh-filled presentation by
Simon Doonan
autographing complimentary copies of his book, Gay Men Don’t Get Fat. Consensus was that Doonan provided a fun, upbeat start to the day and Market.
Guests enjoyed Doonan’s infectious humor
Doonan and Lenox president Lester Gribetz
Interior Designer Day, co-hosted by Editor at Large, kicked off with a panel discussion themed “The Road To Specifying Tableware is Paved With Gold”. Speaking to this topic were designers Anthony Baratta, Darren Henault, Amy Lau and Inson Dubois Wood, with Jessica Romm, lifestyle editor of Martha Stewart Living and an Editor at Large correspondent, moderating. A lively discussion yielded valuable gems of advice. Bottom line, all agreed: listen to the client—accept that they may have heirlooms to add, but help them build on what they already own to create something new and special. Interior designers enjoyed breakfast in the chic setting of A Voce restaurant, then went upstairs to explore the showrooms and troll for client needs.
Interior designer Danielle Rollins is interviewed for EditorTV. Watch at editoratlarge.com
Darren Henault, Anthony Baratta, Inson Dubois Wood, Amy Lau and Jessica Romm FORTY ONE MADISON
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The Forty One Scene PHOTOS LEFT TO RIGHT: At DeVine Corporation showroom, new Raynaud china designer Mariela Schwarz showed Elizabeth Foster of Bloomingdale’s her collection. L’Objet founder Elad Yifrach and his sales associate Carole Boucher welcomed Lou Whitney of Twig, Boston, to the showroom. William Yeoward Crystal was shaking cocktails. Celebrating the launch of William’s new book were Frances Bailey and Erica Cohen of HGTV Magazine, along with Yeoward’s Tim Jenkins and Erich Saletin. Hugh Gibson of Royal Crown Derby and British fashion designer Bruce Oldfield showed the results of their current collaboration for tabletop. Marsha Waugh of Neiman Marcus met with Richard Ginori rep Jeanette Lamont and the dinnerware company’s managing director Josephine Dillon. Michael Wainwright celebrated his collaboration with Lenox, joined by Bill Rudin and Laurie Burns of Forty One Madison and Lenox CEO Peter Cameron. At Meissen, Jacqueline Czymoch and Charlie Breslin showed designs to Diane Atkinson of Atkinson’s of Vancouver. Matt Jones of Nambé worked with Lori Marten and Tanner Moxcey of Nordstrom. Nils Lindblad of NGL Associates showed Christiane Peixoto of H. Stern Home the latest from ASA Selection. Tim Riddle of Reed & Barton and Dave Flaherty of Ross-Simons.
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PHOTOS LEFT TO RIGHT: Food Network celebrity Marcela Valladolid, of Mexican Made Easy, found fans of her show and new collection for Prima Designs in Macy.com’s Gregory Allgeyer and Michelle Hatch. Denby’s Mark Brelsford showed new designs to the Belk’s buyers including Catherine Shaw, Cynthia Smith, Rita Andersen and Janie Sellers. At the Ralph Lauren Home opening, the company men gave the women of Saks Fifth Avenue the official showroom tour. On hand were Libby Bergen, Massimo Sarfone, Ian Sears, Su Kim, William Li, Kelly Duffy and Alexa Conkey. At Villeroy & Boch, Michelle Israel of Bloomingdale’s met with company executives Alexander Lohnherr and Bernard Reuter. Riedel Crystal’s Gary Harte showed some colorful additions to Casa.com’s Katherine Prime and Caitlin Teres. At Gibson Overseas for the launch of its Isaac Mizrahi collection were Laurie Burns of Forty One Madison, Sal Gabbay of Gibson, fashionmeister Mizrahi, and Diane Narwid of Macy’s. Peter Darling of Bluck’s, Bermuda, stopped in to see Donna Squillace of Seguso. On hand for the opening of the Tzeng Shyng showroom were Kevin Newman, Charles Guthrie III, Jui Liang Wu, Ki Hua Wa and Raya Huang. Bridal Guide’s Elizabeth Blake, Diane Forden and Steve Ritterman ensured there were tasty treats throughout the show with the magazine sponsoring the Café. In the new Euro Ceramica showroom, company principal Nicolas Marjieh greeted Price Ketchiff of Bloomingdale’s.
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Jubilee Jewels Forty One Madison is hailing Britannia and its fabled tabletop resources on the occasion of Queen Elizabeth’s 60th year of reign. The U.K. is well represented in the building by leading brands of the Isles including Denby, Johnson Brothers, Minton, Pimpernel, Portmeirion, Royal Albert, Royal Crown Derby, Royal Doulton, Royal Worcester, Spode, Waterford, Wedgwood and William Yeoward Crystal.
Portmeirion
Royal Crown Derby
Denby
Portmeirion has a celebration of its own: Botanic Garden has been a staple of the brand for 40 years!
Royal Crown Derby is paying tribute to the Queen with a series of limited edition commemorative designs.
Denby is world renowned for its stoneware and decorative glazes. Halo is one of its current shining stars.
William Yeoward Crystal
Royal Worcester
Wedgwood
William Yeoward Crystal based the hand-cut Titania upon an original Regency style.
Royal Worcester is another of Britain’s best and Evesham Gold is a signature pattern.
Wedgwood has issued a series of bone china keepsakes in honor of Her Majesty.
Spode Spode is among Britain’s china royalty, and its Blue Italian pattern is an enduring design.
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It’s A Good Thing… LO B BY
Martha Stewart Weddings said “I do” to fashioning the lobby tables for the Spring New York Tabletop Market, and the settings were filled with imagination and inspiration, each suggestive of a theme from nature. DESERT Sun-bleached, weathered materials conjure images of the desert’s beauty. The choices on this table include Alain Saint-Joanis flatware from Julia Watts, Donna Karan for Lenox Wave double old fashioneds and Burnished Metal medium candlestick, Moser Crystal Leggin stemware, Rosenthal Studio A La Carte Nimbus dinner plates, and Vietri Lasta White salad plates. Others contributing to this table: Anthropologie Delwyn table and benches, Match chargers and Sferra Festival napkins. Martha Stewart and Weddings editorial director Darcy Miller Nussbaum.
WOODLANDS Earthy delights add atmosphere to this dining table set with Michael Aram Twigware teaspoons, Noritake glassware and Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Fungi soup plates. Completing the look are Bernardaud Elite Linen Gold chargers, Match Sofia flatware, Restoration Hardware Square Back dining chairs and Sferra Festival linens. BEACH This seaside setting features Noritake White Pepper dinner plates, Oneida Diameter flatware and Riedel Crescendo O Stemless glasses. Additionally, ABC Home provided the dessert plates and chargers. ENGLISH GARDEN The irresistible charm of this table is attributable to the Richard Ginori Missoni Margherita dinner plate, Royal Crown Derby Chelsea china, Waterford Crystal’s Monique Lhullier Pink Champagne saucers and Lismore Bead stainless flatware. Also to be credited are Martha Stewart Collection for Macy’s assorted cake stands. FORTY ONE MADISON
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January 26 – 30, 2013 (dates subject to change) Visit our website at www.41madison.com for regular updates and market events. Follow us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/fortyonemadison Laurie Burns Senior Vice President, Director
From Laurie Riding on a strong first quarter, the winds of change could be felt blowing through Forty One Madison at the April Market providing an upbeat feeling. Retailer attendance was at pre-2008 numbers and we drew from all across the U.S. including the top 50, along with buyers from Canada, Central and South America. All were looking for new, finding it, and doing business, attracted to New York for the quality of lines exhibited here as well as the inspiration the city provides for them. Retail executives are on the move (signaling confidence) and pricing is seeking a level that allows for profit. E- commerce continues to be a hot topic and is challenging all on how to best leverage for staying on Make a splash this summer season... ...stay cool with Tervis and enjoy!
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the cutting edge. Riding on a strong growth wave is Tervis, who we congratulate on its showroom expansion.