Who says waking up has to be a miserable affair? Make your morning the best part of your day with these chic and cheery espresso cups from Ritzenhoff. Each adorable glass is decorated with a whimsical design by notable artists such as Auge, Pietro Chiera, Tassilo von Grolman, and Michal Shalev. Available in two sizes, there’s one for every coffee craving – the smaller Bacino (little kiss!) is perfect for espresso or a short black coffee, while the larger Bacione (big kiss!) is a bit deeper for a cappuccino, latte macchiato, or a milk-heavy coffee.
My personal favorite is the Bacino by Gabriel Weirich. I love the contrast between the swirling blue flowers and the chunky, horizontal green stripes. I also am a fan of the Bacione by Tassilovan Grolman, which looks like it’s spray-painted in bursts of primary colors. However, I’m delighted by this whole collection. Each cup is infused with a light-hearted, fun energy that promises to make you smile each morning. There’s a design for everyone – from silly, bug-eyed pugs to sophisticated, abstract patterns. Each set comes with a glass cup, a porcelain saucer, and a stainless steel spoon, and each cup is made of double-walled glass, so though your drink will say hot, the outside will be cool to the touch. They make a great gift, but you’ll probably want to pick up a few for yourself, too. So go ahead, transform your daily cup of joe into an elegant affair. Because, let’s face it, when you’re lounging in your pj’s sipping from your petite espresso cup, you might as well be in Italy living la dolce vita. Ritzenhoffusa.com.
