In a world awash with color, there's an undeniable elegance in the simplicity of black and white. It’s hard to tell why but there just is. Two simple colors; and yet the mood it lends is beautifully complex. Probably also why, this dichotomy has captivated artists and designers for centuries.
The other day I saw a few black and white photograph of a cat by a Japanese artist- a cat that a friend gifted to him after he got divorced and he decided to keep it and photograph it- and I kid you not when I tell you that it made me want to reach out from within the frames.
You can argue that it is the cat but it’s not
I wanted to be present in the play of shadow and lights and see the magic of it all first hand. Somewhere I think we find it exceptionally appealing because it has the ability to transcend us to a place and time. It also has a more universal appeal – speaking across generations.
I mean take Satyajit Ray’s movies for example. Color cannot hold a candle to them.
And if anyday I decide- by some weird twist of fate and change of design aesthetics- I will strip my home of all colors, and will go all black and white. Starkly contrasting with each other. Like my two primary emotions which has no scope for yellow or tan or grey.
A mastery in timeless palette
Glass Forest's Twilight collection, inspired by the grandeur of Art Deco, masterfully weaves this timeless palette into exquisite glassware, and I was sold from the moment I saw them. They truly transform ordinary moments into ethereal experiences.
And you’ll know when you see them, hold them. There is a quality of allure; of black and white glass doing its share of drama. Then like a chameleon, it effortlessly adapts to any aesthetic. Whether your home is a minimalist haven, a vibrant celebration of Indian heritage, or a mid-century modern sanctuary, the Twilight collection finds its place.
Its clean lines and stark contrasts lend a touch of Scandinavian sophistication, while its geometric undertones resonate with the Art Deco revival. In Indian homes, it can be a striking counterpoint to the rich colors and intricate patterns, and I also think this is a great glassware for Halloween
Sophisticated spookiness!
There is a dearth of good, black glassware and this just enters the scene like Michael Sembello did in my 90’s head. In a swap it created a pocket in my brain and I knew right then and there that I will be listening to this even after 30 years. And as I write this blog, about a timeless glassware, I am listening to flashdance and I know that this glassware is a classic.
Pair these with a few long dark tapers, black table linen, a few candied apples and man do you have a fabulous tablescape for Halloween. Infact, I would love to do a styled tablescape. Maybe, in the coming days.
But for now, crushing hard on these!