Flatware with gold

A Touch of Elegance: The Timeless Appeal of Flatware with Gold

Pure gold, pure enchantment. The radiant warmth of gold flatware strikes a chord within the heart, bestowing upon your table an unparalleled sophistication and luxury. Immerse yourself in our exclusive assortment of mesmerizing gold flatware sets, which span from golden-hued to partially gold-plated, right through to fully gold-plated options.

A gold flatware set creates an enduring harmony, its golden allure never dimming. Gold effortlessly adapts to almost any style, its inviting yellow hue naturally integrating into any table setting. Whether your aesthetic leans towards minimalist or bohemian, Scandinavian or Oriental, rustic country or French classic, gold flatware enhances the scene, bringing an infusion of elegance, opulence, and warmth.

For a cohesive impression, pair your gold flatware with other premium materials. Limoges porcelain, fine glassware, and quality table linens, when united with gold flatware, coalesce into a regal tableau. Gold harmonizes with nearly all colors and patterns – trust your intuition to guide you. After all, a golden touch is an invitation to a world of elegance, a promise of an unforgettable dining experience.

Double the Elegance: The Superiority of Silver-Plated Gold Flatware

When it comes to excellence in flatware, double the refinement is indeed better. For the best possible quality, partially gold-plated and fully gold-plated flatware is first silver-plated, and then gold-plated. This opulent double plating carries distinct advantages. The cool silver forms the perfect backdrop for the warm gold, resulting in flawless gold surfaces that gleam like pure gold bars, courtesy of the underlying silver layer.

Furthermore, this dual layering method is more robust and resistant to scratches than other gold-plating techniques. With the right care, your silver and gold-plated flatware will retain its radiant shine, looking as good as new for years to come.

Flatware made from 925 sterling silver also serves as an excellent base for gold plating. The resultant product, known as vermeil, represents a rare and high-quality table adornment. If you have any inquiries about vermeil cutlery, we are more than ready to assist you with our expertise.

A Feast for the Eyes: Fully Gold-Plated Flatware - A Table Jewel Beyond Compare

Absolute decadence: Fully gold-plated flatware, an embodiment of an extravagant dream, is sheathed in gold from tip to handle, with only the knife blades left bare for practicality. Holding such cutlery in your hand is an experience in itself: the sensual, soft, warm gold surfaces nestle against your skin, creating a tactile pleasure that adds to the dining experience. Astound your guests with their very own golden treasure at their table setting – it's an unforgettable moment that elevates any occasion.

Fully gold-plated flatware doesn't just impress aesthetically, it also has practical advantages. Gold, being chemically inert, is immune to food acids, water, and air, leaving no traces or tarnishes on it. This means no worries about polishing or maintaining the shine. Enjoy your valuable cutlery set to the fullest, worry-free, and let it add its unique charm to your dining experience.

Striking a Balance: Partially Gold-Plated Flatware – The Epitome of Elegance

Sometimes, less truly is more. Gold, with its inherent richness and warmth, is the perfect element for setting subtle, yet distinguished highlights. On partially gold-plated silver flatware, the carefully positioned gold elements accentuate the perfection of form and color without demanding center stage. The harmony of white silver and warm gold creates a combination beyond compare.

Take for example, the Marly flatware by Christofle, silver plated with precise gold accents, a testament to master craftsmanship. For the partial gilding process, skilled artisans apply a protective foil to the silver plated flatware, then delicately cut out the embossed surfaces intended for gilding by hand. In a secondary galvanization process, the 24-carat fine gold is deposited on the unmasked areas, forming a bond with the fine silver beneath.

Similarly, the Jardin d'Eden flatware, silver-plated and partially gilded, features gilding that intricately traces the iconic all-over motif of the beloved cutlery series. Each leaf, each curve is painstakingly cut out by hand, resulting in a sight that is as enchanting as it is elegant.

Everyday Glamour: Gold-Coloured Flatware – Affordable Luxury

Make a big impression with a small investment. Gold-coloured flatware allows you to set elegant golden accents in a cost-effective way. High-quality gold-coloured flatware is typically made from stainless steel coated with a special color finish. This distinctive coating is created using a modern process known as Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD).

In this sophisticated process, metal particles are vaporized and deposited onto the cutlery pieces in a vacuum chamber, imbuing them with a radiant golden hue.

When it comes to PVD-coated cutlery, it's worth investing in superior quality. Only top-tier PVD coatings ensure scratch-resistance and dishwasher-safe durability, thereby extending the lifespan of your elegant flatware.

Gold isn't the only color option for PVD-coated flatware. Thanks to this innovative technology, we offer flatware collections in a variety of metallic hues. In addition to the standard stainless steel version, the L'âme de Christofle flatware collection awaits you in three enticing color variants: L'âme d'Or, L'âme de Feu, and L'âme Noire. Explore the myriad options and elevate your dining experience to new heights of sophistication.

Gold Alloys: A Spectrum of Splendour

Gold is not just gold - it exists in an array of enchanting colors. Apart from 24-carat gold, also known as fine gold 999 or pure gold, various captivating gold alloys are available, crafted from a blend of gold, silver, and copper. Depending on the composition of these three fundamental metals, the hue of the alloy transforms, spanning from white gold, rose gold, pink gold to traditional yellow gold.

The choice of gold color is purely a matter of personal preference - select the hue that aligns best with your style. For purists with a penchant for the rich luster of gold, the Marly flatware, silver plated and gilded by Christofle, is a perfect choice. If your taste leans towards a more unique, whimsical flair, the Jardin d'Eden flatware, silver plated and rose gold plated, will appeal to your aesthetic sense. A rare spectacle of two-tone elegance is presented by the Jardin d'Eden flatware, silver plated and partially gilded in two golds (yellow and pink), where both gold hues coexist harmoniously on each piece of flatware.

Do you currently use silver plated flatware? Consider mixing and matching silver plated and gilded flatware, perhaps for different courses. The similar finishes ensure that they will naturally form a harmonious and elegant ensemble.

Explore more on our Christofle brand pages to discover a world of luxurious flatware.