# Lovely Leather-Bound Bottles Wrap Glassware Serves Up a Gorgeous Blend of Old and New Design By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-01-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrap-glassware References: [blog.leibal](http://blog.leibal.com/products/wrap-glassware/) & [simonhasan](http://www.simonhasan.com/project/wrap-glassware-2012/) Glass objects may remain timelessly beautiful with their elegant silhouettes and their immaculate clarity. The Wrap Glassware collection features a trio of exquisite [borosilicate vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-glassware) that initially look to be as contemporary as they could be antique. English designer Simon Hasan hand-made each of the jars in different shapes, producing a decanter, a stubby and a tall vase that's reminiscent of a milk bottle. The forms all reference vintage uses of delicate transparent flasks; meanwhile their contemporary appeal is in their iconic nature and [minimalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domain-glass). To add another dimension to the charming appearance of the Wrap Glassware pieces, brown leather sleeves were applied. The narrower of the pitchers have material swathed around their bases while the broader carafe has hide bound around its neck and secured in place with [brass fittings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levolution-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Timeless Glassware:** Creating glassware designs that combine antique charm with contemporary appeal. - **Handcrafted Luxury:** Designing and producing unique glassware with meticulous craftsmanship and exquisite materials. - **Innovative Wrapping:** Exploring new ways to enhance the aesthetic appeal of glassware through the use of leather sleeves. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for glassware designers and manufacturers to create distinctive pieces for home decor. - **Luxury Goods:** Market to high-end consumers seeking handcrafted, luxurious glassware with unique design elements. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Collaboration possibilities between glassware and leather goods industries to create innovative, wrapped designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Glassware Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-glassware.md) - [Artisanal Pour Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisanal-pour-bottles.md) - [Natural Material Bottle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuwa-fuwa-collection.md) - [Wabi-Sabi-Informed Green Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-glassware.md) - [Contemporary Versatile Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optic-collection.md) - [Sculptural Whisky Decanters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistry-in-oak.md) - [Elegant Colored Glassware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colored-glassware-collection.md) - [Flower-Inspired Glassware Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-verre-bonbon.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Glassware Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domain-glass.md)