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An influencer before there was Instagram And the only person who, while alive, has been the subject of a retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute—Iris Apfel is larger than life. Not literally, of course: At just over five feet tall, the 97-year-old tastemaker just seems that way, with her oversized horn-rim glasses, stacks of bangles lining both arms, and boldly graphic outfits mixing patterns, colors, and textures with aplomb. Her refined style is the result of her passions, including her times as an interior designer, textile manufacturer, and collector of artisinal and non-Western clothing and jewelry. But the overall effect of her combinations is stunning. Despite the multitude of pieces, taken from different periods and provenances, she looks so modern. Every detail is essential, with nothing more and nothing less. In a way, you even could say it exemplifies Nude’s mantra that “simple is beautiful.” In fact, that’s exactly how Iris describes her taste: “I like simple objects. But I like to use a lot of them.” As the face of Nude’s latest campaign—and the inspiration behind its new collection of glassware and decorative objects—Iris exemplifies how simplicity is a state of mind. That when it comes to her, no matter where or with whom she is, she is always herself. She has one personality, one set of core beliefs, and one aesthetic sensibility. She finds that kindred spirit in Nude. “I like the quality and the design of the company’s pieces,” she says of the appeal. “They have a clean, contemporary feel even though many of them are traditional shapes.” She smiles. “And they mix with everything.” For those looking to create their own style, Iris has a few pieces of advice. “You have to learn who you are, what your aesthetic is, and how you feel about things,” she says. “You can’t just jump from trend to trend and copy what is around. You have to be true to yourself.” When you’ve found that essence, that timeless and pure place, everything becomes clear. You know what you stand for, which makes life easier. Which is how Iris can be Iris, and Nude can be Nude. “I think Nude is very careful in protecting its legacy and keeping everything top-drawer,” she says of the brand and its values. “It makes some beautiful things that are absolutely divine.” #IrisApfelNude    #SimpleIsBeautiful

Some look tough but are so fragile. Some look fragile but tougher than any other… The mechanical properties of glass, that is to say the characteristics that determine its behaviour under stress, are strictly related to the amount, depth, and the distribution of any surface flaws that may exist. They are the most important features of glass and can determine its overall use. Any micro-cracks cause the glass to present what we call ‘poor mechanical behaviour’. That’s to say, they cause the glass to crack. Studies on the mechanical strengthening of glass show that suppressing such micro cracks can be achieved by introducing compressive stress on glass surface. This limits the generation and propagation of cracks. Using this knowledge, handmade Stem Zero collection is strengthened by employing a special ‘surface modification technology’, based on an ion-exchange process. Larger ions are incorporated to the glass’ surface structure, replacing the smaller ions which cause strains, thus increasing the strength of the glass by forming ‘a compressive stress’.    Proven by Strength Tests Bowl Impact Test 35% stronger Test is performed according to the standards below: DIN 52295 / Testing of glass – Pendulum impact test EN 12980:2000 / Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs. Non-metallic articles for catering and industrial use. Method of test for the determination of impact resistance.  Stem Impact Test  2x stronger. Test is performed according to the standards below: DIN 52295 / Testing of glass – Pendulum impact test EN 12980:2000 / Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs. Non-metallic articles for catering and industrial use. Method of test for the determination of impact resistance. Free Fall Test (In-house method): Glass is released for a free fall from the height of 28 cm. Bending Test (In house method): Up to 13% Glass is bent at a certain angle from the top of the bowl keeping the stem fixed. Dishwasher Safety Test Up to 2.000 cycles DIN 10511 “commercial dish washing with glass washing machines - hygiene requirements, type testing” Water hardness: 0-1 dH Temperature of detergent tank: 55 0C Temperature of rinse agent: 65 0C Contact time per cycle: 120s Detergent: Industrial type, pH < 12,6 Introducing Stem Zero made with our ‘Ion Shielding Technology’. Making it the world’s toughest, yet finest lead-free crystal glass.  You could say it is beautifully strong.

During Salone del Mobile, Nude presented its new collections in The Garden of Shadows, a conceptual installation by Sarah Izod inspired by the hidden gardens of Milan. Situated in the Paşabahçe store, the installation showcased the new glass collections designed in collaboration with international talent Defne Koz, Sebastian Herkner and Space Copenhagen. The verdant courtyards of Milan are little-known, traditionally ensconced behind austere facades throughout the city. The Garden of Shadows embellishes on this theme to reveal an intriguing glimpse into an enchanted, colourful scene through the store’s window. Once inside the store, the eye of the viewer is drawn into an enchanted garden filled with individual glass vessels and abundant with springtime blossoms that are set in a series of still life compositions. Using light and shade, the glass vessels create a kinetic wall mural by casting curious and compelling shadows. Structural flowers and foliage bring the glass to life with a muted, organic colour palette synonymous with Nude’s ethereal style. The juxtaposition of light and shadow elevates the beauty of each piece, revealing a new layer of detail and texture. A dynamic soundscape has been created to fully immerse the viewer in The Garden of Shadows. Sarah Izod, designer for The Garden of Shadows: “The beauty of this creation lies in its simplicity, employing the versatility of glass to propel beautiful, striking shadows that highlight the elegance and delicacy of each piece, encapsulated by the compelling concept of Milan’s hidden gardens.” Space Copenhagen: “This is our first collection with Nude and we were impressed the very deep dedication to the craft of glass-making they have. Called Silhouette, the pieces reflect the name in many forms; they are glass, transparent and reflective. The name derives from a constant passion of ours to have a consistency of things to have a sculptural, aesthetic appeal.” Defne Koz: “I think glass is such a luxury item and so special to work with. In my latest collection, Opti I looked at the textures and reflections within the transparency and how this works together to add more fluidity to the glass. It has been derived from the desire of creating an optical effect on the glass and therefore I use these textures slightly inclined so from the other side of the vase you see them crossing.“ Sebastian Herkner: “This is my second collection with Nude and it's so fascinating to work with craftsmen who have such a depth of knowledge about their material and this is shown in the new pieces, stretching the possibilities of working with glass. Ecrin focuses on creating a beautiful container to store objects. For me it's always important to design something that becomes a companion for life. I find glass is a very emotional material and this is reflected in this collection we have created.”