DIANE von FURSTENBERG Floral Batik Espresso Cup & Saucer, Set of 4

In 1987, a satin crystal feline joins Lalique vast animal kingdom: a majestic and vigorous lion, king of the jungle, symbol of power and will. His name, Bamara, means lion in an African dialect. In 2009, Lalique re-imagines this piece in black crystal.

By interpreting plant forms in cast metal, Aram presents work which is evocative of a natural environment transformed and redefined. Says the designer, This collection was really born out of the sense I have of haute couture. There is a velvety luxury – an almost gothic quality – to representing orchids in blackened nickel. To me, the pieces feel seductive and graceful, yet dark and unexpected.

Colorful flowers bloom across this bone-china mug from Villeroy & Boch. It pairs perfectly with other pieces in the collection, allowing for endless creative combinations.

This super-efficient Rösle chopper takes on vegetables, onions, nuts, garlic-whatever's on the menu-in space-saving style.