News

NUDE introduces TASTEMAKERS: our latest concept in collaboration with In-Between Design, profiling a select range of creatives from architects, interior architects, chefs, gallerists, to designers – as they open up their creative processes and share their vision. TASTEMAKERS is a video and photography series which profiles creatives with exquisite tastes: taking us through their personal experiences centered around NUDE Glass. We hope these spaces and moments serve as an inspirational source for all those who have a passion for curating their own. TASTEMAKERS will allow you to have a more intimate personal experience with NUDE's collections in a range of different lifestyles and settings. We believe that design-led products gain more meaning in well-curated spaces which become essential parts of its users’ daily rituals. Each episode of TASTEMAKERS will focus on a unique aspect of this belief. Curated spaces, crafted lifestyles, sophisticated culinary experiences, contemporary interiors, and celebratory moments are all documented as part of an inspirational collage for you, the NUDE's community.   Sophistication, authenticity, and refinement are represented in various aspects within TASTEMAKERS, which is curated by In-Between Design Platform founded by Bilgen Coşkun and Dilek Öztürk which creates design-related projects intended to generate value. By following their motto ‘design should nurture life’, In-Between brings designers, institutions and brands together in an interactive platform: with curated communication and design collection projects emerging as a result. The TASTEMAKERS concept was conceived from the belief that careful consideration and curation can increase the quality of our lives; and by bringing a group of creative profiles with various backgrounds, the series ultimately aims to inspire a life with meaning and joy.

Mindful Drinking sounds great, but I’m sure you’re wondering… how do I become a mindful drinker? NUDE asked Camille Vidal from La Maison Wellness to share her insights on Mindful drinking and provide us with inspiration and tips for starting on a journey to a more conscious approach to drinking. It starts with awareness As with any journey, it starts with awareness: with paying attention when we finish work and open the fridge to grab a beer or have a glass of wine... We’ve watched our parents do it, we’ve seen it on TV and in the movies. It has become part of our conditioning: a reflex habit, a default, something we’ve always done rather than a positive, active, conscious moment of pleasure. Bringing awareness into our drinking habits, to figure out what balance works best for us, is gifting ourselves the opportunity to live well and celebrate like Healthy Hedonists. It’s about options: one night that might look like a non-alcoholic beer, another a mindful cocktail with your favourite gin. It’s the journey of finding what works for us, our lifestyle and most importantly makes us happy… and that’s exciting! From in the moment towards a mindful approach The short term effect and dopamine release from alcohol can be enjoyable, but it’s scarily easy to lose sight of our mindful approach! What starts as a reflex to relax, feel good, unwind, switch-off and socialise can quickly spiral into a more negative impact than we intended, and in the name of fun? Socialising? Isn’t the hangover and anxiety that comes after… kind of ruining the experience? But I’m not a doctor and my role isn’t to tell you the negative impact of alcohol on your body and mind! My mission is a long way away from telling you that alcohol is good or bad, or that you should or shouldn’t drink… my role is to INSPIRE you to bring mindfulness into the glass, by showing you how to make delicious mindful cocktails that help you to find balance in celebration and enjoyment. My role is to EMPOWER you to find the balance that works for you and to ensure that you never have to compromise on flavour or experience; because let me tell you the No & Low category with all its amazing new products being launched everyday- as well as this new way of drinking and making cocktails more conscious- is not just delicious, it’s exciting! Mindful drinking is a way of life so let’s get to it! Penhros Club Mindful cocktail Penhros Club served within the NUDE Savage Coupe glass Ingredients - 50ml Penrhos Zero Raspberry - 20ml lemon - 3 raspberries - 20ml Rosemary honey syrup  - Egg white (optional) [or alternatives]   Technique - Shake - Garnish with raspberry and rosemary

A new year, a fresh start. Looking for balance or eager to take on a challenge to start 2021? Dry January is the perfect moment to start. Dry January has become an annual tradition for many people. For some, it is part of a New Year's resolution, whilst for others it is a detox after indulging during the festive season. For NUDE, Dry January is the perfect moment to introduce our focus on mindful drinking, so we’ve partnered up with Camille Vidal of La Maison Wellness to help motivate us and guide us into the world of Mindful Cocktails. “Dry January is an opportunity to reassess our relationship with drinking. Whether it’s to give your body some respite or explore new flavours and ideas, it’s the perfect time to experiment with a new approach. Our mental wellbeing is so important, now more than ever, and I’m a real advocate of healthy hedonism. This prioritises enjoyment over quantity and ensures we're present with whatever we’re drinking. This more mindful perspective allows us to savour a taste, scent or experience. These cocktail recipes are a celebration of familiar flavours, reinvigorated with a conscious twist, that demonstrate how non-alcoholic cocktails can be equally as exciting.” Camille Vidal, Mixologist and Founder of La Maison Wellness Founder and mixologist, Camille is an advocate of mindful drinking, a concept that focuses on wellbeing and mindfulness through our relationship to drinks. She is the creator of Mindful Cocktails and the founder of La Maison Wellness: a platform dedicated to expanding the conversation around Mindful Drinking and conscious consumption for Healthy Hedonists like you! We’ve invited Camille to share some of her thoughts on her philosophy, and specially-made recipes to inspire. You will find the 5 amazing creations Camille created for NUDE here.  Hi everyone my name is Camille Vidal, I’m the creator of Mindful Cocktails and the founder of La Maison Wellness: a platform dedicated to expanding the conversation around Mindful Drinking and conscious consumption for Healthy Hedonists like you! I want to show you how to bring mindfulness into the glass and inspire you to enjoy and celebrate all the good things in life, in a way that’s sustainable but most importantly makes us feel good now and tomorrow. I spent the last decade travelling around the world, talking about the art of cocktails and I realised that what makes a cocktail special has nothing to do with how strong it is: it’s an experience of flavours, a moment of connection, a celebration of small and big occasions and that the alcohol content isn’t what makes it valuable.  I wanted to show the world that tasty doesn’t have to be boozy and at the heart of La Maison Wellness was a drive to create cocktails for everyone, for every occasion. So whether you want to drink less, or not at all, everyone has a seat at the table and at that table it’s about drinking better! But what is a Mindful cocktail, you ask? Aren’t ‘Healthy’ and ‘Hedonist’ opposing values?!! And you are right, I’m on a mission to change our drinking culture to something more positive even in its language. Mindfulness is the practice of focusing your attention on the present moment, so bringing mindfulness into our drinking habits consists of paying attention to WHAT we are drinking, HOW MUCH we are drinking and WHY we are drinking, allowing us to appreciate more and make better decisions. Mindful Cocktails are cocktails made with a more mindful approach, less or no alcohol and always better ingredients. It's about bringing mindfulness into the glass and understanding that what we drink- like what we eat- has an impact on our body and our mind. Too much of modern society is divided into yes and no, on or off… black and white, but life, like cocktails is about balance and I believe in the middle path. I’m excited to share with you some of my favourite recipes showing that tasty doesn’t have to be boozy and the empowering realisation that YOU decide what goes into your glass. Let’s make what’s inside your Nude Glass as beautiful as the vessel itself! To drink well is to live well… so let’s become Healthy Hedonists together! Mindful Cocktail "Ice Tea Up" served in the NUDE Hepburn Longdrinkglass. 

NUDE Festive Cocktails by Christine Perrett, Social Gin Girl. With this year’s holiday season looking a little different, we teamed up with @socialgingirl to inspire you - whether professional or aspiring mixologists - to try something different to celebrate the upcoming year. Originally from South Africa, Christine’s close relationship to mixology stems from an appreciation of the intricacies of craft spirits and a love of entertaining guests. Christine’s belief in drinking consciously - understanding the ingredients that go into our drinks, and focusing on quality over quantity - is reflected in her set of five recipes. As a self-taught mixologist championing a give-it-a-go mindset (and delicious cocktails!): we couldn’t think of anyone better to collaborate with. We hope you will love, will be inspired and try out Christine's recipes for this holiday season. Apple, Cranberry and Maple Negroni 🍁 A warming wintery cocktail served in our NUDE Chill tumbler. Crafted from lead-free crystal, the modern, minimal glass rests atop a marble base which helps to maintain an optimum temperature of your drink — no ice cubes needed. Ingredients: 15ml Campari15ml Dry Vermouth15ml Sweet Vermouth1 barspoon of apple, cranberry and maple syrup* *Syrup: 2 ¼ cups cranberries125ml pressed apple juice125ml water125ml maple syrup Method: Add all the ingredients into a mixing glass Add ice and stir to add dilution and cool  Strain into a glass with lots of ice or a big block of ice  Garnish with fresh thyme and dehydrated cranberry *Apple, Cranberry and Maple Syrup: Add all ingredients to a pot and bring to the boil whilst stirring Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes Take off the heat, leave to cool and steep for 1 hour Strain into a container (keeps in the fridge for 2 weeks)   Festive Afternoon Tea 🍵 An elegant cocktail based on vodka, freshly brewed tea and honey syrup, captured in the tall Fantasy Coupe glass with its sweeping curves. Ingredients: 35ml vodka60ml freshly brewed spiced apple,vanilla, chamomile and passionflower tea (Twinings Sleep)15ml orange honey syrup*60ml cranberry and ginger tonic (Double Dutch) *Syrup: 1 cup honeyZest of one orangeJuice of one orange Method: Add all ingredients except tonic water into a shaker and shake with ice  Strain into glass with lots of ice or a big cube of ice  Top with tonic water Garnish with a slice of orange *Orange Honey Syrup  Zest orange and juice it Add orange juice and honey into a pot Bring to the boil slowly whilst whisking Once it is combined, add zest, stir and leave to cool Spiced Pomguerite 🧡 Whether today is a day of celebration, rest, or otherwise, @socialgingirl’s recipe is sure to spice it up. Served in our Hepburn Lowball glass, part of the Hepburn colletion designed by Brad Ascalon. Ingredients: 45ml tequila blanco 22.5ml pomegranate juice 15ml cinnamon infused fino sherry* 15ml Pamplemousse Method: Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake Fine strain into a glass with ice Garnish with an orange slice and fresh mint *Cinnamon infused Fino Sherry: Add 1 stick of cinnamon to 125ml fino sherry in a jar Leave to infuse in a cool, dark place for up to 2 days  Riesling, Blood Orange and Pisco Cocktail 🍊 A perfect and surprising cocktail for New Year, with which you can surely win hearts over. Served in our Balance wine glasses, the rocking effect of the glasses ads that show-stopping effect.  Ingredients: 40ml Riesling Kabinett wine20ml blood orange juice15ml pisco15ml ginger infused Aperol*1 dash of Angosutra bitters15ml winter spiced syrup** **Syrup: 2 cinnamon sticks 2 star anise 5 cloves 250ml water 250ml caster sugar Method: Place all ingredients into a shaker and shake with ice.  Fine strain into glass.  Garnish with rosemary *Ginger infused Aperol: Add sliced 2 inch by 2 inch piece of ginger into a jar with 200ml Aperol Leave in a cool, dark place shaking daily for up to a week.  **Winter Spiced Syrup: Add all ingredients into a saucepan on the hob Bring it to the boil whilst the sugar dissolves Turn down to a low heat and leave to simmer for 20 minutes Take off the heat and leave to cool for an hour Fine strain into a container leaving the spices behind Pour into a container and it will keep for up to two weeks in the fridge Spiced Blackberry Kentucky Buck ❤️ The Spiced Blackberry Kentucky Buck - a perfect accompaniment to bring in the upcoming year and try something new. Served in our NUDE Big Top Highball glass. Why wait for the new year to try something new? Ingredients: 3 fresh/frozen blackberries60ml bourbon22.5ml lemon juice7.5ml cinnamon and vanilla syrup*Ginger beer  *Syrup: 2 cinnamon sticks1 tsp vanilla extract / 1 vanilla pod250ml water250ml sugar  Method: Add all the ingredients into a shaker with ice and muddle blackberries Add ice and shake  Strain into a glass with lots of ice or a big block of ice.  Top with ginger beer  Garnish with rosemary and a blackberry Cinnamon and Vanilla Syrup: Add all ingredients into a saucepan on the hob Bring it to the boil whilst the sugar dissolves Turn down to a low heat and leave to simmer for 20 minutes Take off the heat and leave to cool for an hour Fine strain into a container leaving the vanilla pod and cinnamon behind Pour into a container and it will keep for up to two weeks in the fridge

Introducing the Savage Collection in collaboration with Rémy Savage Rémy Savage’s devotion to mixology has seen him at the forefront of his craft - having won multiple awards (including Best European Mixologist) for bringing together creativity and commitment to the art of bartending. Whilst Rémy's career was established across the world, he now travels in between Paris and London. As the former head of the Little Red Door in Paris, and recently leaving his position of head-bartender at The Artesian in London, Rémy is jumping into a new adventure as the creative head at Le Syndicat and planning to open new two bars on each side of the Channel. Savage describes his own philosophy to mixology as a synthesis of simplicity, flavour, art, minimalism, delicacy and research. Rémy's approach to his craft, embodied in his complex-but-delicate creations, and extensive experience in the industry, made him an ideal partner to help develop our newest collection. Collaborating closely alongside our design team, Rémy identified a simple but prevailing issue within the industry - namely, the mismatch of premium spirits paired with the large size of generic glasses. The choice between thin, fragile glasses that break easily and those that are heavy and awkward led to a compromise in an industry demanding precision. The NUDE Savage Collection is a contemporary reinterpretation of six classic shapes: envisioned by Rémy, engineered by us. Robust, elegant and smaller in size than typical glassware, the collection combines function with aesthetic to offer an everyday solution for today’s cocktail professionals and drink enthusiasts. Say hello to the collection  The NUDE Savage Collection features six thoughtfully designed glasses suited to a range of different drinks. Using a series of familiar shapes as a starting point, the NUDE family are joined by the Coupe, Coupetini, Pony, Water Glass, Low and Highball. The Coupe and Coupetini are defined by slim, long stems - creating an appealingly sleek and high-end feel. Both glasses feature a shallow bowl, suited towards drinks with egg white but also ice balls. The Coupetini - the Coupe’s sister glass - blends the classic martini glass with a modern coupette for both a boulevardier and a daiquiri. The Pony glass subverts the traditional style with a taller build and less capacity, characterised with a rounded based and long, thin stem. For a cohesive look and feel, the Water Glass was adapted to emulate the rounded design of the Pony: stackable with a 240ml capacity. The Low and Highball glasses are contemporary reworks of classic shapes. Both glasses are subtly flared to avoid chipping, designed to be comfortingly sturdy and robust to hold.   Q&A with Rémy Savage Harry McKinley: How do you feel beautifully crafted glassware enhances the guest experience? Remy Savage: Everything tastes better when served in a good-looking glass. Drinks these days are going towards a simpler structure - whether a vermouth, a spirit or a liqueur - and it doesn’t matter how good the liquid is if the glass isn’t beautifully conceived and made. Nude is famous for its ‘simple is beautiful’ approach and this is reflected in the collection, which is perfectly fitted for both tradition and innovation. Collaborating with Nude, it was great to see that anything is possible; I know how to make cocktails and Nude knows how to design strong, striking glassware. H.M.: How did you develop the collection with Nude and what inspired the aesthetic? R.S.: It was actually a wonderfully easy process, because Nude has such knowledge and know-how. I advised on shape, yield and size, but ultimately it was Nude that made the end result possible - taking my ideas and realising them. It was amazing to create glasses that I and others will use in bars and at home, which are perfect for what we’re doing today in modern mixology. H.M.: What did you find most rewarding about the collaboration with Nude? R.S.: It’s rare for people in my field tosee how glass is made and yet it’s something we touch thousands of times a day. Going to the Nude factory was deeply inspiring. Seeing how a group of people work on a single glass reminded me of ballet. The collection is sophisticated and elegant but, like minimalism in art, the beauty is in the materials and the simplicity of the design. “Collaborating with Nude, it was great to see that anything is possible; I know how to make cocktails and Nude knows how to design strong, striking glassware”. - Rémy  H.M.: What makes this collection ideal for bartenders and mixologists? R.S.: I’d describe the collection as linking the past and the future. The shapes existed already but we made them longer and amplified certain curves. Nude’s expert glass-makers enabled my ideas to become reality. We see them as pieces of design as well as functional tools. In my career, glassware has never been tailored to the kinds of drinks that I make. This collection is adapted to truly consider volume, specific cocktails and connects to the movement of being conscious about what we drink; drinking better but less. Along with the durability of the glasses, that makes the collection unique. H.M.: What does this collection offer that was missing in the market? R.S.: It used to be that you would either havethin glasses that break easily or very heavy, thick glasses that don’t break, but aren’t refined. This entire range is thin and light but resistant. It can be used it in a busy, high volume environment and it won’t be as fragile as other glasses.  H.M.: How does the collection embody your personal style of mixology R.S.: I would like to think it is a physical expression of the style of drinks I like. A lot of the work I do revolves around complexity of flavours and very structured but delicate drinks. Having slender, striking glasses exposes the guest to this complexity and the layers of flavour. H.M.: What makes a world class cocktail and do you have a signature serve? R.S.: It’s all about attention to detail. From the temperature of the liquid and the ingredients to the ambience - light, music and delivery - it’s all part of an experience. In terms of a signature serve, I don’t have a specific cocktail but I enjoy mixing art, philosophy and mixology. Every year I try to reinvent. I believe in deliciousness that is championed by its simplicity! H.M.: The collection features six pieces and so, in six words, can you describe your approach and ethos? R.S.: It’s difficult to choose just six, but I would say: simplicity, flavours, art, minimalism, delicate and research; a perfect partner for Nude.   Coming Soon!  NUDE x Rémy Savage Sign up for the Newsletter to be the first to hear updates on Rémy Savage's collection

Form or Function? We speak to mixologist Remy Savage about mixology’s relationship with glass. Mixology, the art of drink-making, has long since evolved past its roots. The concept was born from the act of creation, and whilst this still lies at the heart of the movement, contemporary mixologists continue to push the boundaries of how cocktails can be made and served. Creative innovations and a shift in the philosophy behind mixology have resulted in drastic changes to how cocktails are conceived. Glassware, ingredients, temperature, music, aesthetic, and setting are all critical aspects which mixologists consider when crafting an experience. " … It's all about the details. I believe that beautifully crafted glassware is going to enhance the experience in a new way very much like in the world of food where plating has become very important," - Rémy Savage More than ever, mixologists acknowledge the need for glassware which is able to meet the industry’s demands through thoughtful design, shape, and feel. Rémy Savage, award-winning bartender, former head of Little Red Door in Paris, the Artesian in London, and now at the head of Le Syndicat, has worked closely alongside NUDE's design team to develop a new collection which reflects this change in the industry. Marrying shape with function, the NUDE Savage Collection was designed with the idea that the drink and glass are two parts of a whole experience. Rémy Savage: ‘For me, the beauty of mixed drinks doesn't necessarily rely on just the drink inside. It's about the entire experience. Flavours are a platform to showcase greater ideas, whether it's art or philosophy. I think that once all these details are expected, then the recipe and of course the glass you choose, can create something that is truly unique and special. That's what we're trying to achieve.’ ‘It's every bartender's dream to have their own range of glassware. I know that for me, personally, having collected glassware for most of my adult life: understanding the process and the craftsmanship that goes behind every single piece of glass that we end up using everyday was just a fascinating process.’  Coming Soon!  NUDE x Rémy Savage Sign up to our Newsletter to be the first to hear updates on Rémy Savage's collection.

Lavender & Blueberry Fizz by Christine Perrett, Social Gin Girl For this week’s #NUDEFridayCocktails, Christine Perrett of @socialgingirl shares a recipe which distils the taste of spring into a simple cocktail, pictured below in our NUDE Hepburn Coupe glass (part of the Hepburn Collection). This simple 4-ingredient cocktail is a seasonal delight inspired by a French 75. Missed out on the previous at home cocktail recipes we’ve been sharing? You can find them all under the ‘Recipe’ tab on the NUDE Glass blog.   Lavender & Blueberry Fizz Recipe:  Add the below ingredients into a mixing glass (pictured NUDE Hepburn Mixing Glass) 45ml Gin (Belvoir Gin from Brentingby Gin for an extra spring floral twist) 7ml Lavender & Blueberry simple syrup* 15ml Lemon juice Stir and strain into a chilled Coupe glass (pictured NUDE Hepburn Coupe Glass) Top with Champagne (or Prosecco)  Garnish with edible viola and lemon twist *Homemade Lavender & Blueberry Syrup  Add 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar and 1 cup blueberries to a pot Bring to the boil Once the sugar has dissolved, add 1 1/2 teaspoons lavender and simmer for 10 minutes Leave to cool and fine strain Simple syrups can be stored in the freezer for prolonged use: they don’t freeze due to high sugar content    NUDE Product:  Hepburn Mixing glass with stirrer Hepburn Set of 2 Coupe glasses   Creator: Christine Perrett Instagram: @socialgingirl

Step by step guide by The Ikebana Project In the final post as part of our collaboration with Barry Marré   @the_ikebana_project shares a step by step guide for creating another Upright Moribana showcased in a NUDE Opti Centrepiece. Learn more about our collaboration with Barry and about the art form Ikebana here.  --- For this Upright Moribana creation, you will need to place the kenzan in the far left of the bowl. The best type of flowers to use for this Ikebana arrangement are ones which grow straight upwards. You can combine various flowers; for example, the third flower can be a different type to the other two in the arrangement. I prefer to pair the same flowers, and then use other flowers to cover the kenzan in order to create a playfulness and contrast. A step by step guide for creating an Upright Moribana NUDE product: Opti CentrepieceFlowers used: Molucella Laevis ViburnumMethod: Measure and trim your first flower to (the diameter of your vase x the height of the vase) x 150%. Here, that equals (30.5cm x 9.8cm) x 1.5 = 44.8cm. As this NUDE Opti Centrepiece is quite deep, I have left the flowers slightly longer. It’s always important to keep the shape of your bowl or vase in mind Trim the second flower to ⅔ of the length of your first flower. Trim the third flower to ⅓ of the length of your first flower Place the kenzan in the front left of your bowl Cut three flowers to cover the kenzan, and make sure to use a variety of heights for playfulness and contrast Place your first flower in the front left of the kenzan, 10 degrees to the left and leaning towards your left shoulder Place the second flower in the middle of the kenzan, leaning 40 degrees to the left Place the third flower at the bottom right of the kenzan, at a 75 degree angle so the flower leans at a low angle close to the bottom of your bowl Place the remaining cut flowers on the kenzan itself to cover it, with the tallest ones at the back NUDE products NUDE Opti Centrepiece   Creator Barry Marré Instagram: @the_ikebana_project  

Slanting Moribana by The Ikebana Project   This week Barry Marré @the_ikebana_project shares a step by step guide for creating a Slanting Moribana showcased in a NUDE Contour Wide Bowl. Learn more about our collaboration with Barry and about the art form Ikebana here and read last week’s post to understand the principles of Moribana and the items needed when creating your own Ikebana arrangements. --- Ikebana is a tradition that began in the 6th century for ritual flower-offerings to the Buddha, and has since evolved into many different interpretations. At its core, it is a meditative practice that encourages us to take a step back and channel the mind into the beauty of floral art. I like to use serpentine branches, by this I mean that the branches need to have an interesting shape. I look at how I can use the branch in its most optimal way. Often I do that by cutting away the little pieces and try to bring "peace" into the branch. I also often extend the branches slightly so it creates a larger arrangement. A step by step guide for creating a Slanting Moribana NUDE product: Contour wide bowl with copper foot Flowers used: Seringea Method: Remove all the greens from the branches so that the flower and shape can be better seen Take your first branch and trim to the (diameter of your vase + the height of the vase) x 1.5 Here that equals (55 + 25 ) x 1.5  (120cm in length) Take your second branch and trim to ¾ of the length of the first branch  Repeat above for your third branch so it is ¾ of the length of the second branch Add some stones to the base of your bowl to add some height to the Ikebana arrangement (pictured here black stones have been added to the bottom of a NUDE Contour Wide Bowl) Place your kenzan in the top left of your bowl Place your first branch in the right part of the kenzan at a 45 degree angle towards your right shoulder Place the second branch in the top centre of the kenzan at a 15 degree angle to the right and leaning slightly towards you (the front) Place the third branch in the bottom left of the kenzan at a 75 degree angle towards your left shoulder (the three branches will form a triangle) Place kenzan in the back left of the bowl so you can see the water and the branches play in its reflection Cover the kenzan with the remaining foliage/flowers   NUDE products NUDE Contour Wide Bowl   Creator Barry Marré Instagram: @the_ikebana_project  

Step by step guide by The Ikebana Project   This week Barry Marré  @the_ikebana_project shares a step by step guide for creating an Upright Moribana showcased in a NUDE Opti Centrepiece. Learn more about our collaboration with Barry and about the art form Ikebana here. --- Moribana (盛り花, 盛花) is one of the expressions of the art of Japanese flower arranging, Ikebana. Directly translated, the word ‘Moribana’ means ‘piled up flowers.’ Moribana arrangements always use three stems, flowers, or branches which can vary in specific lengths, heights and set with various angles.  Fundamental to the artform, a kenzan, also called a spiky frog, is a special device used for fixing the flowers in the chosen container. All Ikebana starts with a kenzan being placed in the bowl so that the water and branches form into one cohesive presentation. This small and simple device provides an infinite amount of ways to arrange flowers, stems, and branches. A step by step guide for creating an Upright Moribana NUDE product: NUDE Opti Centrepiece Flowers used: Ranoncules Scabiosa and Atlantis scoop Method:  Remove all the foliage from the branches so that the flower and shape can be better seen Take your first flower and trim to (the diameter of your vase x the height of the vase) x 1.5. Here, that equals (30.5cm x 9.8cm) x 1.5 = 44.8cm Place your first flower in the central front kenzan at an angle of 10 degrees to the left, and slightly leaning forward - this way, the flower says ‘hello!’ Trim the second flower to ⅔ of the length of your first flower. Then place it at the very back left of the kenzan, leaning 40 degrees to the left Trim the third flower to ⅓ of the length of your first flower. Feel free to play with different flower lengths for the most cohesive arrangement and a balance that feels right to you. Place in the kenzan at the front right, at a 75 degree angle so that the flower leans at a low angle close to the bottom of your bowl Cut various flowers short and use them to cover the kenzan. Make sure to trim to a variety of lengths to create a more dynamic arrangement. I like to use types of flowers which compliment each other in the group Place the kenzan in the front left of the bowl (pictured here displayed in a NUDE Opti Centrepiece) NUDE products NUDE Opti Centerpiece  in smoked green   Creator Barry Marré Instagram: @the_ikebana_project  

Ikebana arrangements by The Ikebana Project In a time where mindfulness is more important than ever, we’re embracing Ikebana, the Japanese art of spiritual flower arranging. Like our glassware, its aesthetic embodies simplicity and a serene beauty. We’ve teamed up with Barry Marré, @the_ikebana_project to showcase a series of architectural designs in some of our most popular glass vessels. Ikebana is a tradition that began in the 6th century for ritual flower-offerings to the Buddha, and has since evolved into many different interpretations. At its core, it is a meditative practice that encourages us to take a step back and channel the mind into the beauty of floral art. These striking arrangements are considered and sculptural; each can differ in size and composition, and asymmetry simply adds to their ethereal style. The space between each element is as important as the blossoms themselves, establishing a balance of shapes and silhouettes that evokes the Japanese minimalism at the heart of this technique. These considerations draw our energy into the creation of a mindful art form that exposes the natural beauty of seasonal blossoms, branches and leaves.  Over the next three weeks, we’ll be sharing some step by step guides for how to create Ikebana arrangements at home.  NUDE Virtual Bouquets:  We have designed virtual bouquets using the beautiful Ikebana arrangements so you can send to anyone around the world and share the love from lockdown. To get your personalised virtual bouquet, go to the NUDE Instagram account, @nudeglass, and send us a direct message with the name of the person you would like to send it to, along with the name of the person it’s from. See some examples below:   NUDE products featured: Opti Tall Vase with a composition of frittilaria imperials lutea Layers Collection with a composition of kniphovia uvaria Silhouette Large Bowl with a composition of acer Creator Barry Marré Instagram: @the_ikebana_project