BOTTLE SERVICE
The faux-disposable trend (glass or ceramic stuff made in the shape of old-school throwaways) may have hit its high-water mark. But we’re still enjoying the sly humor behind these glass water bottles, which throw a little reflective beauty on the everyday.
Cost: $8.95 to $16.95
crateandbarrel.com
COOL OR COZY?
Insulated carafes in sizes suitable for a tiny table are hard to come by. But if a sip of cool water at bedside or a warm java by the armchair is your thing, what better way to keep it within reach? These clever, colorful 37-ounce models come courtesy of Bodum, whose insulated coffee cups are also mighty tempting.
Cost: $40
surlatable.com
UNSTOPPABLE
If you like your water (or wine) with a little conversation, this cup/carafe combo might get things started. In sculptural white porcelain with a pair of bright red porcelain cups tucked into the top.
Cost: $50
fitzsu.com
ROUGHED UP
Rustic warmth is all the rage, and these beauties in clear blown glass with tactile wooden sphere stoppers deliver that elegant-but-earthy look.
Cost: $30 to $38
shopwillow.net
CLEARLY CLASSIC
There’s no arguing with the tried-and-true: Simon Pearce’s blown-glass creations (including this lovely Addison carafe) are sheer grace for the tabletop. Choose this one for a wedding gift over fussy cut crystal.
Cost: $145
simonpearce.com
