50 Cool & Unique Wine Glasses: Interior Design Ideas

Posted: 04 Jan 2016 08:39 AM PST

Buy It: $118 for set of 6

A glass more than two years in the making. Each L’Atelier du Vin L’Exploreur is unique – the high quality lead-free glass joins together at a subtle seam that helps to release and develop the definition of each aroma.

Buy It: $43 for 6

Six crystal wine glasses made in Florence, Italy; part of the Fusion collection from Lorenzo. The smaller size (five and a half ounces) helps to prevent over-pouring, ideal for dinner parties and tasting clubs.

Buy It: $36

Wedgwood teamed up with wedding designer Vera Wang to create this contemporary interpretation of the traditional Duchesse pattern. Characterized by a simple starburst cut, these fine crystal glasses also sparkle with a distinctive platinum rim.

Buy It: From $124

Baccarat stemware is known for its immaculate quality and high detail, and this collection is no different. Massena stemware features deep bevel cuts in heavy fine crystal, a weighty glass that feels good in the hand.

Buy It: $29 for 2

These festive champagne flutes are the perfect conversation piece for a party – when filled, it almost looks like the bubbly is floating in midair! Double-wall design means the champagne stays cold and the glass remains free of condensation right down to the last drop.

Buy It: $12

Another inside-out design, this time for your favorite reds or whites. Starfrit double wall wine glasses make for a fun display on the table or shelf.

Buy It: $13

Cute and funny! The WINESTEIN double-walled glass stein looks like a wine stem, sure to generate some good laughs at any gathering. Plus, the double-walled design will keep beverages nice and cool. The WINESTEIN comes in a descriptive box perfect for gifting.

Buy It: $20

Wine-O is THE perfect gift for a friend who feels like shrugging off the glass to go straight for the bottle after a hard day. The Wine-O fits a whole standard (750ml) bottle of wine and includes a custom-fit stopper so you can revisit it later.

Buy It: $12 for 2

Vino2Go is a portable wine glass you certainly won’t be afraid to pack up for that upcoming picnic. Made of BPA-free acrylic with a merlot-colored lid, it reduces the chances of spills while keeping bugs and debris out of your beverage.

Buy It: $66 for 2

Part flute and part coupe, the Emotion Wine Glass fills from the bottom of the stem and looks fantastic on the table. Perfect for a good champagne – the hollow stem preserves the bubbles for a time, while the large bowl opens the aroma.

Buy It: $20 for 2

Very witty and fun, these Tipsy wine glasses would work perfectly at a casual party or as a gift. Although not pictured here, one glass is imprinted with the question “Want to get tipsy?” while the other answers “Let’s get tipsy!”

Buy It: $16 for 4

Stemless wine glasses are great for those who prefer to drink their wine rather than wearing it – the lower center of gravity makes these versatile wares quite difficult to spill, even after a few too many glassfuls, and they’re less likely to break during travel. This set is an inexpensive shatterproof option that can be used just about anywhere.

Buy It: $20

Here’s another nice stemless glass, this time from The Wine Enthusiast. Each glass comes with a silicone ice mold to create a solid icy sphere that lasts much longer than ordinary cubes. Ordinarily the ice would only come into play when using this glass for a whiskey, but they might come in handy in very hot climates as well.

Buy It: $24 for 2

It’s hard to go wrong with Riedel and these shapely stemless glasses are no different. Simply swirling your drink over curves assists with aeration if you don’t have time for the decanter.

Buy It: $35 for 4

Looking for something a little more personal, perhaps for a housewarming or wedding gift? These monogrammed stemless glasses make a great impression.

Buy It: $35 for 4

Modena hand-blown wine glasses are sculptural, easy to grip, and great for swirling.

Buy It: $56

What an interesting concept! This stemless Pyrex wine cup contains a little strainer (held up by an adorable stem) that aerates the wine as you pour it – a great novelty piece for any collection.

Buy It: $25 for 2

Simply pop these into the freezer and enjoy your wine at just the right temperature every time. Cool drinks from room temp or keep a chilled beverage for hours with this BPA-free plastic wine cup.

Buy It: $50 for 4

Insulated with double-wall glass and sized at a generous 12-ounces, these glasses are perfect for serving up cocktails without the need to worry about coasters or extra ice.

Buy It: $25

Here’s another double-wall design. The Asobu Imperial wine cup is well-insulated to prevent your hand from warming the wine. These are made from durable plastic and available in a variety of colors with a smooth brushed finish.

Buy It: $35 for 4

The ultimate travel wine glass! These silicone cups are collapsible, squishable, and super durable. Fold these unbreakable cups and stick them in your pocket, sip with confidence by the pool and hand one over to a clumsy friend without worry. As the manufacturer states: it doesn’t break even if you drive a car over it.

Buy It: $60 for 1 glass

Australian glass designer Emma Klau created the Kinetic Revolving collection as a unique solution for swirling and aerating wine. The glasses are especially innovative and solve a problem unique to stemless glassware – by swirling the glass on the table, you don’t have to worry about your hand warming the wine.

Buy It: $85

Beautiful! The Birdie Carafe Set includes two stemless glasses that rock gently on a curve, and a tall decanter capped off by an adorable beech wood bird reminiscent of the Danish bird sculptures so popular with collectors.

Buy It: $29 for 2

Such a fun idea! Rather than a stem, these glasses have a convenient straw for sipping anywhere. Oenophilia Wino Sippers also come in a cute and cheeky box for gifting.

Buy It: $12

These beautiful glasses accommodate martinis on one end and wine on the other – a versatile glass and an effective conversation piece in one! These are made from solid lightweight glass.

Buy It: From $25

Daphne flutes and wine glasses feature incredible faceted gold-finish detail along the bottom of each bowl. Imagine how lovely these would look as part of a themed dinner or wedding!

Buy It: $40 for 2

Handmade in Paris, these hand-painted wine glasses are just as much a piece of art as they are a versatile wine vessel. These glasses are large and sturdy – ideal for a tight red wine – and arrive packed safely in a durable and attractive box perfect for gifting directly.

Buy It: $18

A wonderful gift for somebody who loves Paris or is about to visit the city for the first time, this Eiffel Tower wine glass is sure to excite. The bowl itself is smooth and clear to allow a better look at the wine served within.

Buy It: $18 for 2

For the wine fan who only needs one glass. The Original RedNek wine glass is clever but simple; a humble Ball mason jar perched atop a thick glass stem.

Buy It: $25 for 2

Looking for a sturdy wine glass but don’t want silicone or plastic? Try stainless steel! Guaranteed dishwasher-safe and inherently shatterproof, these cups can travel anywhere.

Buy It: $28

It doesn’t get more classic than this! This wine goblet from Alchemade is constructed from pure copper carefully hammered into a sleek and gorgeous texture, outfitted with a brass stem for contrast. A food-safe coating prevents the piece from tarnishing with regular handling and use.

Buy It: $29

Supported by a tripod stem styled to look like a real antler, this decorative wine glass would make a nice gift for an avid fan of the outdoors. Each set includes two glasses.

Buy It: $14

Very menacing! This wine glass is held by a roaring dragon sculpted from polyresin. The smooth glass bowl and striking pewter-style stem is more than worthy of display. Perfect for a fan of Medieval themes.

Buy It: $97

This dragon wine glass is in a completely different category from the previous one. This piece is made from real Austrian crystal with a writhing dragon base in English lead-free pewter.

Buy It: $40

For those of you drawn to the dragon goblets in search of the one from Game of Thrones, this is the one you’ve been waiting for! This is an officially-licensed replica of the House Baratheon goblet of Dragonstone.

Buy It: $115

A gorgeous gothic wine glass for anyone who prefers a darker aesthetic for their stemware – this vampiric goblet is made by Alchemy of England, with a pewter stem and real Swarovski crystal drops.

Buy It: From $33

Created by Dutch designer Maarten Baptist, Louise is a three-legged wine glass for fans of innovative modern design. These glasses are made of sturdy borosilicate glass.

Buy It: From $19

Like wine, keeping calm will never go out of style. You can find this phrase on wine glasses of any size and shape.

Buy It: $65

These quality crystal glasses feature a classic shape with a neat twist – each one is individually tested for musical clarity, playing whichever note the wine line reaches. Simply swirl your finger around the rim (or tap it with a swizzle) and enjoy your very own glass harmonica. Every set comes with two glasses, a great start for a glass harmonica. Dinner guests won’t be able to get enough! These glasses are manufactured in Austria.

Buy It: $9

Based on a famous quote from Julia Child, these wine stems measure drinks by the cup and by the sip – a little for the pan, a little for the chef.

Buy It: $15

Etched with simple measurements, this clever wine glass is an expressive gift perfect for anyone who likes to unwind with a nice vino after work.

Buy It: $25

Need a gift for a lab technician or STEM student? This beaker-inspired wine glass makes it easier to imbibe with unmatched accuracy.

Buy It: $30 for 4

Decorative, but not over-the-top. These glasses are etched with geometric designs sure to delight anyone who likes to display glasses between uses. The varied patterns also make it easier to tell which glass belongs to which guest at a dinner party.

Buy It: From $17

Romanza is a decorative set of wine stems with a gorgeous textural finish.

Buy It: $22

Hand-painted wine glasses are so much fun! This glass from Bottom’s Up features a sassy figure and the phrase “Fabulous at any age”, with a selection of numbers ranging from 21 to 60 along the bottom – a cool piece for a birthday party or a lovely gift for the creative connoisseur in your life.

Buy It: $26

Another piece for your artistic stemware collection! The Lolita hand-painted wine glass features a sparkling tiara on the bowl and cute pearls and gems from top to bottom. Each one ships in a stylish Lolita gift box for handy storage or fantastic first impressions as a gift.

Buy It: $39 for 2

Perfect for a wedding or elegant tableware theme – these whimsical champagne flutes are from the Opal Innocence collection by Lenox.

Buy It: $50

Hand-set Swarovski crystal gives this balloon red wine glass a dash of luxury without obscuring the fine details of the vintage.

Buy It: $110 for 6

JAMESSE is a collection of wide and curvaceous crystal stemware made to accommodate the technical aspects of wine tasting, without sacrificing the desire for good looks. This one is perfect for white wines and expertly preserves the effervescence of champagne. The wide base makes them exceptionally stable and easy to handle so you don’t have to be afraid of bringing out the good stemware around friends.

Buy It: $85

With a robust 16-ounce capacity, this is the Waterford glass for those who want to give their reds a little more room to breathe. Of course, the Lismore pattern is the most famous Waterford designs – if you need a gift for a serious wine aficionado, you couldn’t go wrong with this generous glass.