What’s your favorite part of staying at a luxury hotel? For some, it’s the fluffy towels; for others, the soft white sheets. In fact, Forbes Travel Guide reports that towels and sheets are some of the most often stolen items from luxury hotels.

You don’t need to risk arrest to take home the same luxurious products used in your favorite hotels, however. These same quality linens are available to purchase here at Gracious Style. We can even ship them right to your door!
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Can you believe it’s almost February already? Soon it will be Valentine’s Day – here are our top five favorite gifts to give your beloved:
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Our popular Sferra French Knot table linens feature tiny white flowers that are intricately hand-embroidered using French knots. A French knot is an embroidery technique in which the yarn is knotted around itself like this:

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Did you know there’s a month devoted to tea? It’s fitting that National Hot Tea Month falls in January, because what could be more comforting than a warm cup of tea on a chilly winter day?

For a beautiful collection of tea (and coffee) pots, cups, and accessories, visit our Coffee & Tea Service store. We have everything you need to host an afternoon tea.
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Maybe it’s because we’re dreaming of a tropical getaway (it is the middle of winter, after all) but we’re slightly obsessed with coral themed accessories.  In any color, coral is a beautiful way to bring a bit of nature into your home. It also fits in well with a nautical or beach theme … even a dreaming-of-the-beach theme.
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According to Chinese astrology, 2012 is the Year of the Dragon; this year, Chinese New Year falls on Monday, January 23rd.

Dragons are much admired in Chinese culture; they are symbols of strength and power and thought to bring good luck. Designers love dragons because they visually breathe life and flair to every space.  Here are a few dragon-themed pieces to bring good fortune to your home.  Aren’t they gorgeous?
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Used at Alain Ducasse restaurants around the world, Jaune de Chrome dinnerware features a glazing technique that combines rich, deep, metallic glazes with sophisticated colors.

Created and managed by ceramist and painter Christian Le Page and fashion designer Catherine Badaire, Jaune de Chrome is the only brand to master these unique glazing methods. A stunning effect is created when colors develop and crystals group together. Due to the nature of the glazing, each piece will show slight variations in color and pattern, for a truly unique dinnerware collection.
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Get ready to be happy!  Pantone has announced the color of the year for 2012: “Tangerine Tango,” a lively orange hue.
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Nearly a year ago there was a blog post posted about our Majolica Reproductions. I only just found it today! I thought it was a fairly good read and wanted to share it with you! Check is out here: CLICK

I have fallen in love with our Majolica Cobalt Blossom Teapot and Mugs from our Milestone collection. Two very close friends recently mentioned how cute they were and perhaps that's what influenced my sudden affection for them. "Yeah... they are pretty cute. And they're moderately priced!"

English Majolica debuted in 1851 at Prince Albert's famed Crystal Palace and the earthenware was an immediate sensation. English Majolica remains outstanding for its fanciful shapes and brilliant colors. Ours are adapted to more durable and dishwasher safe stoneware.


According the the blog above, "Mottahedeh has been in the business of creating original and historical reproduction china for the better part of 75 years. They specialize in museum copies of blue and white Chinese porcelain export china but have a broad range of products that include crystal, silver and tableware. Their history with majolica goes back to their origins. In the 1950's and 1960's they made original contemporary majolica designs for the giftware market. Given that history, it's rather surprising that they didn't begin their Victorian majolica reproductions until the late 1980's.

Their work is really very good, probably the finest reproduction majolica now available. The company produces a design for a limited period then retires it, making for a brisk market in the collectibles sector. In 100 years they may well command the same prices that Victorian majolica commands today."





Pretty neat, no?

If you like the Cristobal collection from Raynaud, you’re going to love this. The coral themed dinnerware and giftware line, designed by Alberto Pinto, now comes in a new color. We already love it in Coral:
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