I spread the linen, fluffed the foliage, and waited for the moment when light would find its way into the glass. What unfolded was a scene of soft drama: a festive table suspended in green fire, where my muse- Glass Forest’s emerald glassware took center stage. As the cameras traced each curve, I saw more than just glass. I saw reflection, ritual, and an echo of old glamour in a new light. And it was magical.
You ought to know the thought behind the stcene
This tablescape was born of longing - to merge bold shape with quiet elegance, to let glass speak as loudly as florals, to let color cradle conversation. I imagined a festive evening under lantern light, where lunch stretches into afternoon tea and dinners stretch into midnight stories and every clink of glass becomes part of the music.
So, I chose emerald not as backdrop, but as protagonist.
Its deep green holds the hush of forest dusk and the vibrancy of celebratory garlands. And in that green, I sought companions: soft creams, warm metallics, touches of rust to temper and sing alongside.
I placed the emerald glasses—wine & cocktail at regular intervals, and broke the colors with rust dessert votive and dessert bowls. Their facets caught candlelight and mirrored flickers. Napkins folded informally and simply, florals drifting in ivory and vibrant green- the table felt like a jewelled secret, ready to be discovered.
Glamour Revisited
The Emerald collection from Glass Forest is inspired by Art Deco geometry-inspired by sharp lines, bold cuts, and the theatrical architecture of 1920s Paris. Glass Forest Deep emerald paired with luminous, milky whites evokes a contrast both refined and dramatic. Each piece is carved with architectural precision, echoing Parisian facades and Jazz Age interiors.
In this collection, shapes are unapologetic-bold goblets, strong stems, angular bowls. They recall the glamour of vintage green glass, yet feel fully contemporary in weight, cut, and clarity. The silhouettes channel past elegance without falling into imitation.
Another thing: when light passes through the emerald, it becomes texture. When you sip from it, the shape is part of the experience. In my tablescape, the glass wasn’t just a vessel. It was a statement, a lens for conversation, a conduit for reflection.
Two Alternative Color Pairings That Could Work Wonders
I wanted a table that’s informal, simple and yet lets the glass shine. My colors were Rust, emerald, milky white, cream and vibrant foliage green. But you could try these two wonderful settings that I feel would go total justice to the Glassware.
1. Emerald + Blush & Burnt Sienna:
Emerald’s depth loves softness. A palette of dusty rose, blush pink petals, burnt sienna napkins or terracotta vases introduces warmth without muting the green. Imagine rose quartz taper candles or dried marigold sprigs-colors that feel festive, soulful, and unexpected.
2. Emerald + Midnight Blue & Silver:
For a cooler, more dramatic mood: pair emerald with deep navy and sterling accents. Use midnight-blue linen or china, and silver flatware or mirroring trays. The cool tones underscore the richness of emerald and give it room to glow-especially under candlelight.
Either pairing heightens the elegance without competing. They let emerald remain the anchor, letting other hues drift in as soft companions.
Remember, your Table is your medium for Storytelling
When I watch someone approach the table-notice the glass shapes, the shadows, the interplay of green and cream-I’m reminded why we craft with care. The right glass can change how food tastes, how color feels, how the moment lingers.
This tablescape was not just decoration. It was intention made tangible. The emerald glass didn’t whisper; it made a quiet roar. It turned setting into ceremony, meal into memory.
And in every reflection in those facets, I hope guests feel that same longing: to drink deep not just from wine, but from beauty made visible.