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Today's bride and groom can unwrap a host of options, from strictly formal to
boldly casual, or something deliciously in between.
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ODAY'S COST-CONSCIOUS,
no-nonsense couples are getting downright practical with their
choices of china, crystal and sterling. And although formal patterns are back, brides and their grooms
are looking ahead. One smart strategy is to choose a basic five-piece place setting they can incorporate oth-
er looks with, and alter it with accessories. Many brides want traditional patterns, but enjoy the flexibility of
mixing a solid dinner plate with a very different, patterned salad plate. *When it comes to sterling silver, the
most expensive tableware, practical brides might decide to complete Grandma's pattern rather than start
fresh with a new one, or simply choose silver plate rather than sterling. And for the casual couple whose chi-
na pattern is short on frills, a handsome stainless pattern might look perfectly fine. Here are some wonder-
ful choices, available at local stores.
GRAPHIC IMPACT Opposite page, china, clockwise from top: "Madison Avenue" china by Paloma Picasso for
Villery and Boch at Heslop's, Slades and Studio 330. "Nero" from Rosenthal, five-piece setting at Slades and Studio 330.
"Tosca" from Lenox for five-piece place setting at Heslop's, Slades and Studio 330. "Monplaisir" from Faberge, five-
piece place setting at Studio 330.
Crystal and silverware, from left: "Integrate" stainless from Christoffe-Acier at Studio 330. "Erin" wine glass with green
ball at Crate and Barrel in the Somerset Collection. "Splash" stainless from Michael Lloyd at Studio 330. "Allaire" from
Waterford Marquis at Heslop's. "Regalia Court Onyx" stainless from Gorham at Heslop's and Slades. "Manhattan" flut-
ed goblet with gold ball from Union Street Glass at Studio 330. "Metropolis Miroir" stainless by Guy Degrenne for
Letang Reny at Studio 330. "Bubbles" goblet from Saint Louis Crystal at Slades and Studio 330.
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