A WATERFORD CHRISTMAS
STYLED BY STEVE CORDONY

Welcome to the 2025 Christmas Gift Guide — a curated collection of exquisite crystal treasures designed for the discerning luxury connoisseur. Discover an enchanting selection of radiant ornaments, elegant bowls, sophisticated vases, and timeless photo frames, each crafted with impeccable artistry and the finest crystal. Perfect for celebrating the season in style, these heirloom-quality pieces bring a touch of brilliance and refined elegance to your holiday gifting and decor. Explore the ultimate expression of festive luxury and make this Christmas truly unforgettable.

CHRISTMAS PRESENT GIFT GUIDE – IDEAS

1. CHRISTMAS ANNUAL SNOWCRYSTAL ORNAMENT 2025

Celebrate the season in sparkling style with Waterford’s 2025 Snowcrystal Ornament—a radiant starburst of crystal luxury, beautifully boxed and destined to dazzle.

3. Connoisseur Lismore Straight Tumbler Pair

Add a touch of elegance to your table with the Connoisseur Lismore Straight Tumbler Pair and elevate your Christmas table this year.

5. ELTON JOHN PIANO ORNAMENT

Celebrate the legend with this iconic Elton John piano collectible—elegantly crafted, beautifully tactile, and finished with his famed name, it’s a striking tribute presented in exclusive gift-ready packaging.

7. MASTERCRAFT ARAN FLUTE, SET OF 2

Raise a toast to festive cheer with the Waterford Mastercraft Aran Toasting Flute Set—where crystal clarity meets Christmas luxury. Inspired by Aran knit traditions, each handcrafted flute brings timeless elegance to your holiday moments.

9. LISMORE PICTURE FRAME, 13x18cm

Showcase life’s most cherished moments in timeless style with the Lismore 5×7 Frame—where iconic crystal cuts meet modern elegance for a picture-perfect display.

11. LISMORE CANDLESTICK PAIR

Illuminate any occasion with the Lismore Candlestick Pair—timeless crystal elegance inspired by Irish heritage, sparkling beautifully in every detail and presented in a stunning gift box.

13. Kangaroo Golden Ornament

A symbol of charm and curiosity, this Golden Kangaroo Ornament brings an artful, whimsical touch to festive décor.

15. Lismore Essence Champagne Saucer Pair

The Lismore Essence Champagne Saucer makes a cool, contemporary statement, perfect for serving sparkling wine, mimosas, spumante or champagne cocktails during the festive season.

17. CHRISTMAS CRYSTAL RED BELL ORNAMENT

Ring in the season with the radiant Lismore Bell Ornament

19. LISMORE BOWL, 13cm

Celebrate centuries of craftsmanship with the Lismore Bowl—adorned with iconic cuts inspired by the 800-year-old Lismore Castle and presented in a signature Waterford gift box

21. CHRISTMAS ANNUAL BABY’S FIRST BOOT ORNAMENT

Celebrate baby’s first Christmas with the 2025 Baby’s First Boot Ornament—sparkling with iconic Lismore cuts and beautifully boxed for a timeless keepsake.

23. ELEGANCE CHAMPAGNE CLASSIC FLUTE, SET OF 2

Raise every toast in refined style with the Waterford Elegance Collection—handcrafted crystal glasses designed to elevate every wine varietal with contemporary grace.

25. NEW YEAR FIREWORK MIXED FLUTES, SET OF 6

Toast the New Year in vibrant style with Waterford’s Firework Crystal Flutes—bursting with bold cuts and dazzling colors that sparkle like fireworks lighting up the night.

EXPLORE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE OPTIONS

Now we’ve planted a seed or two in your mind, please take some time to explore our luxury Waterford collections and Christmas collections for further inspiration for your Christmas gifting.

Elevated Entertaining​ With Steve Cordony

Entertaining is more than hosting a meal — it’s creating an atmosphere that delights the senses. This season, Waterford has partnered with Australian stylist Steve Cordony to inspire a new standard of elevated entertaining. At the heart of his vision is Mastercraft Irish Lace, a collection that embodies timeless refinement through its intricate detail and brilliant craftsmanship.

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Mastercraft Irish Lace:​ A Celebration of Craft​

Each piece in the Mastercraft Irish Lace collection is meticulously hand-crafted by Waterford’s artisans in Ireland. The design draws inspiration from delicate Irish lacework, reimagined in radiant crystal to capture light and brilliance. Whether showcased through stemware, decanters, or serving pieces, these works of art transform the table into a stage for memorable moments.

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STYLING WITH STEVE CORDONY​

With an eye for blending tradition and modernity, Steve Cordony styles Mastercraft Irish Lace in a way that feels effortless and inspiring. Paired with seasonal florals, crisp linens, and soft candlelight, the crystal becomes the centrepiece of an inviting, sophisticated table. The result is a tablescape that balances heritage with contemporary elegance, perfect for today’s entertaining.

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ELEVATE EVERY OCCASSION​​

From intimate dinners to celebratory gatherings, Mastercraft Irish Lace brings unmatched refinement to every occasion. More than crystal, it is an expression of craftsmanship and artistry — designed to make every moment shine. Discover the collection and be inspired to create your own unforgettable tablescapes this season.

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Irish Lace Vase 25cm
AUD$1,229.00

Cocktails Served in Opulence

Served in Opulence

Reimagining the texture of handwoven Irish basket craft in crystal, the Opulence Collection delivers bold, structural details with presence. Each piece features interlaced cuts that bring brilliance and movement to the surface. The result is a collection that feels both sculptural and fluid, made to capture light, play with shadow, and hold attention.

In honor of the collection’s unveiling, Waterford commissioned a group of expert mixologists to create a series of cocktails that encapsulate the spirit of Opulence. Each recipe was created to balance flavor, form, and finish, specifically designed for the glass it’s served in.

With layered flavors and expert styling, these drinks are sure to impress.

Opulence Red Wine Set of 2
$379.00

PX Old Fashioned in the Opulence Tumbler

A considered twist on the classic, this version of the Old Fashioned deepens the profile with Pedro Ximénez sherry, a fortified wine known for its rich, raisin-like sweetness.

The result is smooth and full-bodied with warmth from the Scotch and softness from the sherry, served over ice and garnished with cassia bark and a Luxardo cherry. The drink finds its ideal match in the Opulence Tumbler thanks to its substantial weight, balanced form, and shimmering cut that reflects the complexity within.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 1 glass

• 2 oz Scotch
• 2 tsp Pedro Ximinez sherry
• a dot of bitters (optional)
• Cassia bark (or cinnamon stick) to garnish
• 1 Luxardo cherry

Pomegranate & Sumac Cosmopolitan in the Opulence Martini Glass

This reimagined cosmopolitan introduces a tart, spiced edge through pomegranate juice and sumac, a citrus-forward spice that balances the fruit’s natural sweetness.

Fresh lime keeps the profile bright and lifted, while the sumac-dusted clementine twist rounds out the cocktail’s floral notes.

Served in the Opulence Martini Glass, the drink takes full advantage of the glass’s sleek silhouette and wide rim, ideal for showcasing color and precise garnishes.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 1 glass

• 1 ½ oz vodka
• ½ oz orange liqueur (e.g. triple sec or Cointreau)
• ½ oz freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 oz pomegranate juice
• ½ tsp sumac
• 1 clementine, thinly slice off a section of the peel (approx. 8 cm long)

Spicy Paloma in the Opulence Highball Glass

Bright grapefruit and fresh lime form the base of this Paloma, with a kick of red chili and a hint of sea salt to sharpen the edges. It’s bold but balanced, with just enough heat to linger. A dusting of Tajín on the garnish adds texture and depth.

Served in the Opulence Highball Glass, the tall form and light-reflecting cuts amplify the drink’s freshness—making every pour feel crisp, clear, and elevated.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 1 glass

• ¼ – ½ oz simple syrup (to taste)
• ½  – 2 red chilis, bruised and roughly sliced open (to taste)
• 2 ½ oz freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice
• A small pinch of flaky sea salt
• 2 oz alcohol free tequila style spirit (or mezcal)
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• Soda water (if you like)
• 1 small wedge of pink grapefruit
• Tajin or chili flakes and sea salt flakes

Negroni Style Sbagliato in the Opulence Champagne Flute

A sparkling take on the classic Negroni, this version swaps spirits for botanical aperitif, citrus kombucha, and prosecco to deliver all the depth of the original with a lighter, brighter finish.

Garnished with rosemary and a twisted lemon peel, it’s fresh and aromatic with subtle complexity. The Opulence Champagne Flute lends elegance to the pour, its slender shape and faceted cut enhancing both the effervescence and visual clarity of the drink.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 1 glass

• 1 ½ oz bitter red alcohol free spirit (Campari style e.g. Wilfreds aperitif) 
• 1 oz citrus/herbal komucha (or sweet vermouth if you prefer) 
• Prosecco  
• 1 small rosemary sprig 
• 1 lemon, thinly slice off a section of the peel (approx. 4.5in long) 

Glassware Designed to Elevate

From bold, layered flavors to precise garnishes, each cocktail was created to pair with the form and brilliance of Opulence. More than vessels, these glasses shape the moment by bringing clarity to the pour, depth to the color, and light to the table.

Whether marking a special occasion or elevating the everyday, the Opulence Collection is designed to be part of how you celebrate.

THE FINAL ART OF IRISH LACE

Photographed by Annika Kafcaloudis. Styled by Joseph Gardner.

As featured in Vogue Living, our latest editorial feature captures the intricate artistry and bold elegance of our Irish Lace Mastercraft collection, and shines a light on the beauty of fine craftmanship, embedded with Irish spirit.

CRAFTED WITH PURPOSE, DESIGNED TO ENDURE

Each piece is handcrafted at the House of Waterford in Ireland, where master craftspeople draw on techniques that have been taught and perfected over centuries.

From the precise cutting of crystal to the final hand-polishing, every stage of the process reflects a deep respect for traditional Irish craftsmanship. The result is a collection made not only to endure the test of time, but to honour the hands and heritage behind its creation.

WOVEN IN CRYSTAL

The collection’s defining patterns takes cues from traditional Irish lace-making, a centuries-old artform known for its fine patterning and delicate construction.

These details are brought to life in crystal, where intricate cuts echo the looping threads of handwoven lace. The result is a visual and tactile interplay—light refracting through sculptural forms, lace turned luminous. Each piece in the Irish Lace Mastercraft collection is a tribute to heritage, craft, and beauty.

SHOP IRISH LACE

AUD$899.00

CELEBRATING WATERFORD’S RICH HERITAGE WITH VOGUE LIVIING

With over 240 years of history, Waterford has built a legacy rooted in its heritage, exceptional craftsmanship and design. Every Waterford creation reflects a commitment to artistry and quality that has remained steadfast for centuries. To celebrate this enduring legacy, Waterford partnered with Vogue Living to host an intimate dinner, bringing together VIP clientele and the industry’s leading creatives.

A HISTORIC VENUE: SONG BIRD

The celebration took place at Song Bird in Sydney’s Double Bay, housed in the heritage-listed Gaden House, a masterpiece designed by architect Neville Gruzman in the 1960s. The venue was beautifully adorned with florals from Fjura, displayed in Waterford’s Lismore crystal vases, setting the perfect scene for the evening’s festivities.

CULINARY DELIGHTS AND ICONIC CRYSTALWARE

Guests enjoyed a three-course meal, paired with wine and cocktails served in Waterford’s iconic Lismore crystalware. Among the attendees were designers, architects, and creatives, including David Caon and the team from ACME, who played a pivotal role in designing Song Bird’s interior.

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

GuThe night included a captivating live performance directed by Dan Fontaine, a speech by Rebecca Caratti of Vogue Living , an impressive Champagne tower built of Waterford’s iconic Lismore Essence Champagne Saucers, and a panel discussion with Waterford’s Emily Brophy, global brand marketing manager, exploring Waterford’s craftsmanship and heritage. As the evening wrapped up, guests were presented with custom fortune cookies, filled with thoughtful fortunes curated by design icons. It was a fitting end to a night that celebrated the art of craftsmanship, design, and Waterford’s lasting legacy.