Our Favorite Colorful Glass Pieces for Your Tabletop

various styled colored glasses
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We don't deny it—neutrals absolutely have their place in the context of your cabinet. A white dinner set is a definite staple, one you'll turn to time and again over the years. But while monochrome dinnerware has plenty of longevity, it can be a little short on flair. And that's where colorful accent pieces come in. Place vibrant glassware or serving plates alongside your cream set and watch your tablescape come to life before your eyes—bold color adds texture that calm, dependable neutrals just can't achieve on their own.

With this in mind, we went ahead and rounded up some of our favorite colorful glass pieces on the market. From blush-hued Champagne coupes (from Martha's very own collection!) to blue-swirled salad plates (how's that for a first course?), these pieces were designed to please. That's why they're perfect for entertaining—swap out your typical crystal glasses for olive green tumblers, for example, and watch how fast an often overlooked essential becomes a major talking point. We also looked beyond the place setting when curating this selection; you'll find a selection of extras that will take your dinner table to the next level. From hand-blown glass vases (in the most modern, moody colorway) to multi-hued containers that can be repurposed as salt cellars, we have everything you need to craft a nuanced setup.

And did you think we'd forget about dessert? Be sure to bookmark the glass cake stand, which is so beautiful that it will inspire you to bake. Perhaps best of all, these pieces aren't just for entertaining. Feel free to up the ante at your next family dinner by setting table with beautiful, special pieces that make a night at home a little more exciting. Ahead, some of our favorite ways to add all the colors of the rainbow to your tabletops and cabinets.

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Blush Coupes

four Blush Coupe Glasses
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These classic, feminine coupes—lined with dainty gold rims—are Champagne's ultimate companion.

Shop Now: Martha Stewart Collection Glassware Collection, from $70, macys.com.

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Blue Swirl

Crate & Barrel Swirl Blue Glass Salad Plate
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Swirl-deposited color brings a whimsical touch to these sturdy glass salad plates (which are dishwasher safe!).

Shop Now: Crate & Barrel Swirl Blue Glass Salad Plate, $3.98, crateandbarrel.com.

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Mosser Cake Stand

Mosser Glass Cake Plate in Jadeite
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Go opaque with a mosser glass cake stand in the most romantic green hue out there. Better yet, purchase a glass dome and keep your latest confections out on the counter, bakery style.

Shop Now: Mosser Glass Cake Plate in Jadeite, from $35, onekingslane.com.

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Water Carafe

Hawkins New York Chroma Glass Carafe in Pink
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Enhance the pink bottom of this carafe by infusing water with red fruits, like strawberries and raspberries.

Shop Now: Hawkins New York Chroma Glass Carafe in Pink, $24, verishop.com.

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Rainbow Stemware

colorful wine glasses
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Scoop up a rainbow wine glass set from this Charleston-based maker—your cabinets will be all the more cheerful for it.

Shop Now: Estelle Colored Wine Stemware Mixed Set, $175 for set of six, estellecoloredglass.com.

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Drinking Glasses

Our Place Drinking Glasses in Dawn
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Unstack these olive green tumblers and pour one out. What you fill these with is up to you, but they work as well for whiskey as they do for sparkling water.

Shop Now: Our Place Drinking Glasses in Dawn, $50 for set of four, fromourplace.com.

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Teardrop Vase

Saban Glassware Teardrop Vase
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Hand-blown in California, these moody teardrop vases bring a touch of intrigue to your tablescapes—or any corner that needs a boost.

Shop Now: Saban Glassware Teardrop Vase, $350, sabanglassware.com.

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Colorful Tabs

MoMA Design Store Multicolor Glass Bowls
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Mismatched colorful tabs make these multi-purpose glass bowls a joy to use. Fill them with scoops of your favorite homemade ice cream on a hot summer day or fill them with nuts and berries when you're entertaining.

Shop Now: MoMA Design Store Multicolor Glass Bowls, $24 each, store.moma.org.

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Sage Coupes

Rialto Coupe Glass Set in Sage
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Inspired by the arches along the iconic Rialto Bridge that span Venice's Grand Canal, these ornate coupes are perfect for celebratory toasts or weekend night caps.

Shop Now: Rialto Coupe Glass Set in Sage, $62 for set of two, infavorof.com.

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Storage Containers

HAY Glass Containers
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These vibrant glass containers can be used in a myriad of ways, but we suggest repurposing them as individual salt cellars on the table at your next dinner party.

Shop Now: HAY Glass Containers, $10, comingsoonnewyork.com.

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Ice Cream Bowls

MoMA Design Store Dessert Bowls
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Dessert tastes even better when it's served in these colorful, uniquely shaped bowls. You'll never buy a uniform set ever again.

Shop Now: MoMA Design Store Dessert Bowls, $38 for set of six, store.moma.org.

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Colorful Coffee Mugs

HAY Borosilicate Mug
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Your morning brew offers an extra jolt of energy when served in these vibrant glass mugs.

Shop Now: HAY Borosilicate Mug, $50 for set of two, us.hay.com.

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