THE BEST GLASSES FOR AL FRESCO DRINKS

Photos courtesy of Neiman Marcus

Do your love to entertain outside but find your outdoor glasses need an upgrade? I have seen a lot of tabletop for outdoor entertaining over the years, and a lot of bad examples of shatterproof, plastic glasses. I keep returning to these stunning Italian acrylic pieces by designer Mario Luco Guisti, because they are the chicest thing going. They look similar to styles made of crystal from the likes of Hermes and Baccarat, but their durability, beautiful forms and clarity set them apart since they are designed out of acrylic. Available in an array of bright colors, these elegant glasses (the circular patterned Lente Basso Large and Small Tumblers are shown above)  and pitchers are worth adding to your kitchen cabinet or a friends and are a step up from Tervis Tumblers. 

The Dolce Vita Water Goblet in acrylic bears a striking resemblance to Baccarat Crystal, and makes eating out of doors civilized. 

Big pitchers of lemonade and iced tea are a summer must. The ample Federica Pitcher has an elegant curved handle and wide spout that looks like glass, perfect for cool drinks.