Cutlery is, of course, much more than a set of eating implements. A person's taste in knives, forks, and spoons reflects their style. It's difficult to decide which silverware set to buy these days because there are so many appealing cutlery sets with sophisticated designs and a refined feel. We'll teach you how to set the table for a memorable lunch.

When it comes to cutlery, hotels and fine dining establishments favor timeless elegance and brand quality. However, a new generation of designer hotels and restaurants is shaking up the status quo by emphasizing the overall experience, which includes cutlery. The interior tells a "storey," and the knives, forks, and spoons must be more unique and lavish to fit into this narrative. We're just as picky at home. We want our cutlery to fit perfectly in our hands and to complement our way of life. Today, high-quality silverware and refined silver are used on a daily basis, posing new design challenges. You may almost forget about cutlery's fundamental function with today's silverware sets.

Isn't black supposed to be the color of philosophers? It goes beyond the whims of fashion, as illustrated by this black stainless steel cutlery set, which does not appear to be in mourning. The colors complement each other, whether it's a black spoon with a snow-white dish or a blend with typical China red. A tablecloth in a sand color is appealing. Black cutlery, on the other hand, appeals to purists when paired with deep-black china or stoneware. Matt cutlery that appears to have been dipped in coal dust heightens the aesthetic effect. There's also black-colored cutlery with white handles for those who merely wish to dip their toes into this dark world — a combination that goes well with gold or silver.

Did you know Champagne glasses match very well with such cutlery sets?