Royal Albert

With so much history and tradition Royal Albert have launched a collection of teacups and saucers, matching plates and mugs to commemorate each decade of the 20th century. A wonderful collection of tomorrows heirlooms portraying a whole century of historical fashion in china.

Collectable and functional. Traditional and durable. That's Flower of the Month gold edged bone china tableware and teaware. Taking as their theme a beautiful flower that's just in season, these are sets you can build and build, and go on using or displaying. Each month offers plates, bowls, cups and saucers and mugs.

Now in its seventh decade of success, Lady Carlyle is a classic example of Royal Albert's romantic, floral tradition. Its intricate design features a deep pink hued border, decorated with highly stylised flowers and foliage inspired by the rich textures and style of brocaded fabric. The lavish borders are inset with fresh posies of English country garden flowers, including roses, bluebells, and forget-me-nots. What's more, the floral panels and borders are highlighted by elaborate gold scrolls which recall the curvaceous and extravagant rococo styles of the 18th century.

The beauty of Royal Albert's Old Country Roses design is brought out by the azure hues and gold trim at the heart of this refined, romantic tableware. If you want gilt edged luxury in bone china, try Moonlight Rose. Take a traditional classic, drop in a touch of delicate blue, add 22 carat gold stippled edging, and you have the real romance of Moonlight Rose tableware.

Make it romantic, make it traditional, make it feminine with the eternal English summer feel of Old Country Roses - the world's most popular bone china. With a selection of Tableware and Giftware pieces this beautiful range makes the perfect present or a beautiful addition to your home.

Rambling roses entwined amongst the blackberries twist their way across this beautiful fine china range new for 2010. Delicately edged in gold this has all the hallmarks of a classic Royal Albert design.

If you value classic translucent white bone china with a luxury touch of gold trim, Royal Albert Val d'Or sets the table and the scene with real panache. This is Royal Albert tableware for traditional finesse - Val d'Or is translucent white bone china in the baroque Montrose shape with fluted edges, and that extra touch of gold trim on the edges and handles. In short, gilt edged luxury for the tabletop.