Edwardian period (1901-1910) came after a long Victorian era. The items that usually were spectacularly opulent, became much more elegant and refined. Good design became fashionable and in homewares the focus shifted from decoration to usability. Most Edwardian items have a distinctive refined look.

Facts of Lavish Did you know? Another reason for decanting wine before drinking is to aerate it, or allow it to breathe. Oxygen helps to unlock full wine flavours in taste and smell.