The Bite Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2022 - Issue 32

Jada Brookes admires Mario Luca Giusti’s synthetic glassware, one of which reminds her of her childhood. bitelifestyle the logo’s ‘G’. The following year, the Saint-Tropez brand opened on Avenue Marechal Foch, followed by Milan, Rome and Portoferraio, Italy. The second Florentine bou- tique opened in via della Spada 20R. For centuries, crystal glassware has enriched the aris- tocratic tables of European tables, the extraordinary treasures of maharajas and the exotic charm of the great explorations of the late 19th century. The creative’s new collection with synthetic crystal mimicking the beauty of crystal and melamine, recreating the shine on porcelain and gemstones, brings fascinating pop colours and joie de vivre to the table. Melissa pineapple holders in ruby, clear, green, gold, ruby/green and green/rub reincarnate the desire for an exotic atmosphere characterising the Orientalist art movement of the mid-19th century. The pineapple-shaped holder evokes the adventurous travels of great navigators, the palm trees’ beauty and the fruit’s richness. “The pineapple is perhaps the most decorative fruit you can find,” Giusti said. “It resembles a flower and has exquisite colours: brown and green reveal the golden treasure inside. It is a flavourful fruit rich in fibre, colour, and nutrients. By looking at it, we thrive on spirituality; by eating it, we absorb its strength.” Pineap- ples of varied sizes flourish on the table to add a touch of eccentric elegance, while Caterina & Vittoria pineap- ple-shaped salt and pepper set in blue, green, clear, and ruby recalls its shape in smaller dimensions. The Lapislazzulo plates collection is dedicated to the treasures of maharajas. The deep blue colour that recalls the distinctive tone of lapis lazuli is embellished with golden veins that have become precious light details. The melamine recreates the hand-feel and the gloss of ex- pertly polished lapis lazuli. The novella water and wine glasses reinterpret the traditional art of crystal making. Its prominent facets emphasise the elegant shape of the glasses and play with colourful reflections in red, blue, amber and gold. The Susanna cake stand echoes the lines of the Em- pire-style Winston collection and complements the cups, water and wine glasses. Classic and contemporary style, art and design, tradition and creativity enhance the Mario Luca Giusti table, while glassware, plates and ac- cessories blend their colours with an irresistible decon- structed elegance. Mario Luca Giusti’s collections can be found in stores such as Bagagli in Rome, Nella Longari in Milan, The Cooperative of Cortina D’Ampezzo, Gaspari and Plastic in Paris, and Sabrina in Monte-Carlo. Cap Martin and Mentone, Teklassic in Madrid, Harrods in London, Lane Crawford in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing, Jung Lee, Bergdorf Goodman and Bloomingdale’s in New York and Dubai, Neiman Marcus in the USA, Takashimaya in Tokyo, Victoria & Albert Museum in London, Guggen- heim Museum in Bilbao, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston. Hotels decorated with Mario Luca Giusto objects include the Four Seasons in Florence and Milan, the JK Palace in Capri and Rome, Il Pellicano in Porto Ercole, the Pacha in Ibiza, the Mama Shelter in Paris, Belgrade and Lyon, and the Atlantis Club in Miami. His admirers include Steven Spielberg, Ferzan Özpetek, HRH Queen Mother Beatrix of Holland, HRH Prince Albert and Charlene of Monaco, HRH Mohammed VI of Morocco, Carla Fracci, Valentino and Giancarlo Giammetti, Roberto and Evan Cavalli, Missoni family, Matteo and Agnese Renzi, Asia Argento and Elena Sofia Ricci. www.mariolucagiusti.it Images courtesy of M&C Saatchi PR