A special thank you to Jars for showcasing its new products last night at Eleven Madison Park. Jars, a French company founded in 1857, invited interior designers and hospitality leaders to experience its new lines. Eleven Madison Park, one of New York’s premier restaurants and led by Chef Daniel Humm, uses Jars.
Jeff Lawson, CEO of Twilio, a software company valued at $28 billion, was recently interviewed in the Wall St. Journal. When he shared who his advisors are, I was surprised to see Danny Meyer, the restaurant kingpin who owns Shake Shack (another publicly-traded company). Mr. Lawson read Mr. Meyer’s book “Setting the Table” and was impressed to learn about the difference between service and hospitality. Service is the delivery of the technical aspects of ...
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Reminiscent of cut crystal, the Natalia Collection is poised for elegance with etched glass that can be dressed up or down for any dining occasion. Dishwasher safe Italian glass makes these Vietri glasses an elegant choice for your next soirée. Stop at the Shadyside store to see the collection, including the new Apertivo and Martini glasses. Click here to shop for Vietri Natalia on this website.
There’s nothing that compares to coming home to relax after a long day. Bring in this natural woven basket to add rich wood tones to give a bold look. Its natural earthy tans derived from natural vines gives a perfect mood for relaxing. Available in 2 sizes.
Vietri, a premium designer of Italian home goods and an advertiser with Bridge, ran a pretty advertisement in this month’s ‘Garden & Gun’ magazine. The ad features 33 dealers throughout the South where one can buy Vietri.
Of the 33 stores listed, 12 (more than 33%) use Bridge Store to more easily sell Vietri.
These retailers use Bridge Store (listed in same order as advertisement):
Jim Collins, in his book BE 2.0, explains how purpose and mission are important to companies. To help explain this, he uses the metaphor of crossing a mountain range and seeing a star on the horizon. Your purpose is to reach the spot on the horizon below the star. The current mission is climbing up the mountain you’re on. The next mission is climbing up the next mountain and so forth in order to get closer to the spot on the horizon. You will have many missions, and may never ...
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If you are heading to the Atlanta Market come and see us in High Design section in Building 2, Floor 1, booth # 403. The temporaries start tomorrow (Wednesday) and go till Sunday. Lots of beautiful stuff 🤗 Come and see us 😊
Last February e-commerce company Shopify Inc. replaced the “Ottawa, Canada” dateline that began its press releases and earnings reports with a strange new one: “Internet, Everywhere.” The geographical shift came at the insistence of Shopify’s founder and chief executive officer, Tobi Lütke, who tends to view such matters through the prism of cold, hard logic. In May 2020, only a few months into the pandemic, he’d made the early, seemingly rash decision to...
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During this holiday season, does one want to tell their family and friends that they sell knock offs--or that they help Main Street? I'd vote for the latter. Yet, a new service is trying to sell knock offs and eat in to retailers' lunches.
For the last few years, retailers have been having a hard time of it: they are increasingly circumvented by the brands. With the advent of the e-commerce websites and social media, brands are pitching their wares directly to consumers and ...
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Retailers have had a difficult time in recent years, as brands have increasingly circumvented them. With the advent of e-commerce websites and social media, brands are pitching their wares directly to consumers and cutting out retailers.
I’ve sometimes wondered: What if the factory decides to do the same and cut out the brands? If the retailers don’t like it, how will the brands? Some businesses are now trying this. Services like Italic allow a consumer to bypass...
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“Life is a combination of magic and pasta.” - Federico Fellini
Replicate the beauty of a Tuscan Garden by serving your pasta on Vietri Erbe Italian dinnerware from Glassworks. Click here to shop for Vietri Erbe on this website.
We have exciting news: Retailers can now place wholesale orders via Bridge for 85 brands. If you are an authorized dealer, you can purchase from premium brands, including:
Dinnertime freshness, handsponged (a painting technique) in Umbria, Italy. The pictured Fauna Flora Assorted Salad Plates outline the delicate simplicity of nature’s greenery to depict what is commonly found during the hunt (la caccia) in Umbria. Made of Dishwasher and Microwave safe Terra Bianca. Terra Bianca is a type of Italian clay known as the perfect canvas when it comes to pottery, as it makes colors more vibrant. ...
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After many years blowing private label glass for well-known brands, you can now feature IVV brand in your store. We are honored to be featured on Neiman Marcus' site and, other luxury and fashion home decor retailers are placing fall orders now - thank you! Contact Bill Follett for more information and a local sales representative - [email protected]
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"Are you happy?” That’s a question you may ask yourself. Your parents and friends also likely inquire (I hope!). While it may seem flaky to say, happiness is important. This topic was the subject of Dr. Edward Diener, who passed away in April of this year. Dr. Diener, who studied happiness and earned the moniker “Dr. Happiness,” reported that happiness often correlates with social relationships, being with others, and not being alone.
The Rustic Garden Planters are handsculpted in Italy, and are a beautiful way to bring Italian style to your home through small accents. VIETRI uses natural earthenware clay that is indigenous to Italy, Terra Cotta Earthenware. It is the most durable earthenware of the highest quality on the market today, using the best glazes and firing at the highest temperatures. With earthenware clay they are able to get variations in ...
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Beatriz Ball continues its tradition of creating products designed for effortless entertaining with the spirited VIDA Easy Peasy Napkins in light yellow.
In their sunshine hue, the set of four napkins brings oodles of ease and plenty of style to any table.
Made from a carefree 60% cotton/40% polyester blend, the napkins are durable and machine washable. Available in six popular colors, they’re a great match for Beatriz Ball’s indoor/outdoor placemats.
A Beatriz Ball original ...
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Beatriz Ball’s bestselling New Orleans Round Foil Leafing Bowl Set in Gold from the GLASS Collection, includes small but deep glass bowls with hand applied gold foil in two useful sizes.
The vibrant and colorful New Orleans Collection represents a departure for Beatriz Ball, but upholds the company’s championing of handmade traditions and artistry. With all the color and spirit of the Crescent City’s unique culture, the New Orleans round bowl set includes bowls in two sizes ...
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The Beatriz Ball GIFTABLES Organic Pearl bowl with serving spoon makes a unique gift and a beautifully functional accent piece.
From the Giftables Collection; handmade and artfully designed Beatriz Ball items at irresistible prices. Each packaged in a lovely gift box, ready for giving. Make great hostess gifts!
You'll love all of the exquisitely detailed GIFTABLES bowls with matching spoons.
Perfect for serving sauces, chutney, jellies, and garnishes.
Celebrating our 42nd Anniversary!
You're Invited to join us in a champagne toast celebrating our 42nd Anniversary! Please join us Wednesday July 21st at 3:00 pm for Italian deserts & Italian prosecco in our LA Mart showroom 800.
We look forward to raising a glass together!
* Free parking during the show *
LA MART Summer Show Specials!
15% Freight Cap On Orders Over $1000!
July 19 - 23, and July 26 - 30, 2021
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