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Raise Your Glass to Timeless Legacy

Raise Your Glass to Timeless Legacy - TRAVELINDEXBangkok, Thailand, October 18, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Jim Thompson and Italasia proudly present the Zwiesel Glas Festive Collection, featuring an exclusive set of beautifully crafted wine glasses designed to elevate any celebration.

The JIM THOMPSON x ZWIESEL GLAS Festive Collection by ITALASIA embodies the rich heritage of three iconic brands, each recognized for their unparalleled craftsmanship and innovative design. Teaming up with Italasia, the Thai import specialist and distributor of Zwiesel Glas, Jim Thompson presents a selection of premium silk fabrics that adorn each decorative box in the collection, meticulously crafted to elevate any celebration, merging tradition, innovation, and elegance in a way that is both timeless and contemporary.

Zwiesel Glas has been manufacturing exquisite glass products for more than 150 years and is the world market leader for the upscale hotel and restaurant industry.

Nunnapat Verojanavat, Marketing Director of Jim Thompson, said, “For over 70 years, our journey has been one of constant evolution, preserving tradition while pushing the boundaries of design and craftsmanship to go beyond silk. This unique collaboration with Italasia to create the Zwiesel Glas Festive Collection is a true reflection of our ethos. The master craftmanship of the wine glasses presented in decorative Jim Thompson silk boxes makes each set a must for the connoisseur, and a highly desirable collector’s piece.”

The collection includes the Zwiesel Glas hybrid glasses, a composite of crafted handwork fused with state-of-the-art machine precision, blending tradition with modern techniques from this master glassmaker. Suitable for both red and white wines, these exquisite glasses are a testament to the versatility and timeless appeal of the collection. Jim Thompson and Zwiesel Glas logos are elegantly placed at the base of each glass, adding a touch of sophistication. The beautifully crafted ornamental boxes, decorated with the finest Jim Thompson fabrics and intricate design detail, make the collection a perfect gift for any wine connoisseur.

Fa Benedetti, Hospitality Director of Italasia, said, “The Jim Thompson and Italasia partnership represents the perfect union of creative artistry. The Zwiesel Glas Festive Collection delivers an experience that enhances the joy of gathering, celebrating, and sharing special moments together. The legacy of this unique collaboration can be enjoyed with each sip from this evocative collection.”

The exclusive collection includes 3 limited edition box sets:
– Box for 2 Set of Wine Glasses in Orange (11,850 THB inc. VAT) includes two hybrid glasses suitable for red and white wine.
– Box for 2 Set of Wine Glasses in Blue (11,850 THB inc. VAT), similar to the Orange set, this elegant blue version includes two hybrid glasses. Box for 4 Set of Wine Glasses, (12,750 THB inc. VAT) perfect for larger gatherings, extends to four hybrid glasses, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship that can be enjoyed to celebrate those big occasions in style.

About Jim Thompson
No brand spells heritage like Jim Thompson, the Thai Silk Company founded in 1951 by James H.W. Thompson, an architect, art collector, socialite, and entrepreneur who is recognized as the driving force behind the revival of Thailand’s silk industry. Jim Thompson’s disappearance remains one of Southeast Asia’s most intriguing unsolved mysteries. Today, Jim Thompson is the iconic global lifestyle brand from Thailand with a reputation for beautiful silks and “Beyond Silk”.

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