I'm following this post because we only use Tervis (we live in Florida) but the price for a tumbler has become ridiculous.

Jane

Picardie for our everyday drinking glasses. They never sweat, but we don't put ice in our drinks often, and when we do, it's a cocktail, which is a different, very thick glass ;-)

PS deeinohio, I love those goblets.

i prefer stemmed glasses. We have been using these from Crate and Barrel for many years. They dont break often but when they do they are easy to replace. We also have a cast iron sink but all of out breaks are from the dishwasher or from being dropped on the floor.

I’ve become a big fan of acrylic glasses for every day. We have these from Tarjay:

We also have some multi-color ones we got at World Market eleventy billion years ago, still going strong.

We have so many sets of glasses. I’ll post a couple of my favs … both (now vintage) we had when I was a kid. My grandmother gave me these footed iced tea goblets we use often, Whitehall or Fostoria or something like that:

My dad gave me these when he downsized (three sizes of them, he broke one last time he was here eating):

Etsy has a bunch for sale, I need to replace a few:

https://www.etsy.com/market/amber_flowers_glasses

I recently came across these I’m considering — I love amber glass and the price is right:

We are so stylish - I use a double wall (so no sweating) stainless water bottle that I fill with ice and water on repeat through the day. DH uses what he calls his Bozo mug, a very large, insulated plastic mug in hurt my eyes blue. When we have company I literally hide his mug and use our glass glasses or he would bring it to a beautifully set table. Ours are nothing special but they match so I consider that a win.

We use these. I love them because you can set them anywhere without the need for a coaster.

We have had these from Crate and Barrel about a year or so now. I wanted something simple and modern. They are tempered, a real plus and I haven't broken one yet. I don't notice them sweating on the sides, but have noticed ever so often on the bottom. And the one thing I always look for in glasses is a FLAT BOTTOM so they don't collect water in the dishwasher-and these have a flat bottom. I use every size surprisingly. And they are stackable.

https://www.crateandbarrel.com/bodega-mixed-glasses-set-of-18/s461364

Ruby, did you read my mind?!

I just came across those and was thinking I’d love a set! But sold out:

Ha, DLM, same here but opposite: DH is the metal-yeti-tumbler-for-everything guy. I carry around my giant Tervis cup all day, filled with gin.

JK, seeing if you were paying attention.

We had a bunch of tervis glasses but I decided it was time to act like grownups and drink out of glasses more often. We have the glasses like Jinx’s first pic, except in glass, not plastic. We also have a set of pint glasses from a brewery in Maui. The pint glasses are the perfect size for almost everything IMO.

I never considered plastic except for by the pool, and then I buy cheapies that tend to crack and don't hold up well in the d/w.

Every day glasses need not be fragile. In CT, we have the Picardie set from WS, some of the bees I got as a gift (the tumblers are very sturdy). In ME we have cows,

Even with kids, I don't think we have broken any of these and we have had them for as long as I can remember.

Mtn, I have the cow glasses too. No idea where they came from but they've lasted a long time and everyone likes them.

@Jilly I got mine several years ago at HG but Pottery Barn has these:

Tumblers

Ha, we have the cows too at our cottage.

Thank you, Ruby!

Jinx! My grandmother had a set of those glasses too.

The Mr. carries a glass of tea with him also. I keep solo plastic cups on hand so he can take them to the shop, etc. and then they go to the recycle bin. He will sometimes use a Tervis, but I detest drinking out of them, so I don't even own one for myself.

We don't really have favorite glasses, but mostly use glass, although I actually have a set of old tupperware that I like (not at the table).

Another vote for Duralex Picardie tumblers. They come in all sorts of sizes, are made of tempered glass, and are fairly indestructible. We bought ours when we first got married (1985) and still have most of them.

I have the same vintage

Whitehaven or Fostoria glassses as Jinx. I love them. First got a set at an estate sale but have picked up a few at thrift stores. They are pretty indestructible, feel great in hand and are just the right size.

I have vintage Duz "Swedish Modern" glasses: juice, tumbler, ice tea and stemmed. Some I actually had from childhood, most of the rest I found at an estate sale, and some from eBay. I like the way the shape fits and feels in my hand, and they are not heavy nor are they too thick as many current glasses are. I'm not a fan of the smoky gray color, but the size and shape overrides that!

Here is a pic (from Etsy) of the juice glass:

Yes, I do take care to set them gently on the granite counter!

OMG yes! My grandmother had those glasses, only in green.I hated them in green and never understood why in the world one would choose that color. They are much better clear, trust me.

Thank you! I'm seriously considering Picardie, but I read they tend to explode over time.

Do they keep your drink colder than regular glass? I suppose I could get used to a bit of sweat but come summer a sweating glass is melting ice which can ruin a drink.

We have a lot of glasses, some similar to those posted.

Jane, go to Amazon and type in insulated glasses and there are quite a few of them and much less expensive than Tervis.

Jinx, a few years back I bought DS and family (little kids) a large set of acrylic glasses because they are so durable and practical for everyday use. I might have to get some for myself.

Tina, I still have two yellow tupperware glasses and I use them quite a bit!

There's so much glassware out there these days, It's hard to choose!

Thank you! I'm seriously considering Picardie, but I read they tend to explode over time.

Umm, what? At least three of us have them, have had them for decades, and I don't hear any of us talking about ... explosions! I'd def have mentioned explosions. Where'd ya read this? Who ya gonna trust, some random people on the internet, or some ...oh.

Do they keep your drink colder than regular glass? I suppose I could get used to a bit of sweat but come summer a sweating glass is melting ice which can ruin a drink.

Doubt it. Not sure, but I think most glasses are the same in this regard (maybe thickness helps). If this is what you are prioritizing, I think you need insulated glasses or a different material.

It's interesting to me how physical limitations change our choices for daily-use products. My parents use Tervis-type glasses almost exclusively now as they are lighter than glass and virtually unbreakable. I suppose function has won the battle of function vs. form.

I don’t know why, but I’ve always liked the big plastic cups we often get in old-fashioned diners. I ordered these colorful versions of those cups the other day. They look cute in my glass-front cabinet and are a good size for my water or smoothies. I packed half of them to take to our cottage. For me, the texture of them makes them easier to ”grip” than the tervis.

Just to add - Mine are the Picardie as well and they are tempered glass and apparently still manufactured in France. Two of the reasons why I bought them.

No exploding Picardie, here either. Between my grandmother, my mother and myself, we have been using those glasses since 1946, their year of inception. Believe me when I say, I tried to find different glasses, but the sizes, shapes, stackability, and sturdiness of Picadrdie made it impossible for me to swictch.

Sue, while looking at glasses I saw the ones you have and I thought to myself how much I always enjoy my drink at any restaurant/diner that uses them. And Sonic ice. Yum.

It took me long enough but this is what I ordered. They're acrylic and come in three sizes.

Remember when you got a tank of gas, they'd give you a glass? We're still using those. ♥ By Libby/ Polaris, smoked glass. Then the BIG Pottery Barn plastic tumblers for Summer tea.

It's Colorado, we're worried about keeping liquid HOT. I have a case of double walled ceramic white tumblers. They have lids. The sides are dented for an easy grip.

Nicole, I don't remember getting a glass with a tank of gas. No fair! I never thought about those who need to keep their drinks hot due to low temps long term. Love the ceramic glass.

I remember the gas station glasses -- and glasses or dishes at the grocery store. If they weren't free, they were something like 19 cents and later up to a dollar for things like dinner plates and bowls.

I have these glasses (LaRochere dragonflies) for juice and such, hand blown recycled Mexican glass tumblers for other drinks and some oversized acrylic glasses for water and iced tea.

@Oakley....do you remember when you purchased powdered laundry detergent and you got a bath towel in the box? My mom got those....

Never! Is it common in CO to get freebies like that? You guys are lucky.

There was a time period -- late 60s and into the 70s when giveaways or bonus/GWP things were very popular.

@Oakley....ha ha No......I'm from Texas. ♥ Goodwill & The ARC is a local thang. I LOVE thrift shopping around high end areas. ♥

We used to have glasses that came free as packaging for sour cream

I remember those glasses! ♥

now i kinda want them altho they are nothing like my tastes!

I have been using Anchor Hocking Linden glasses for about 6 years. I found them when we stayed in a hotel with a kitchenette and I liked the feel and shape of the glasses so did some searching and found them. I bought 2 sets in anticipation of replacing broken ones as needed. I think I've replaced maybe 3 in the past 6 years. I don't find that they sweat as much as I thought they would, but all glass will sweat I guess.

Linden

I'm clumsy and can't be trusted around tall glasses. I've really been loving these "bodega glasses" from Crate and Barrel. they're full pints, but they look nicer and the short shape makes them harder to knock over.

I have some Ikea tempered 12 oz. glasses. Just checked and they can be put in microwave too. Fairly heavy, but 99 cents.

We have Picardie both here and at our other place. You really have to abuse them to break them, as I've dropped them on quartz counters and a wood floor with no issue. Just preferred for the durability and mouthfeel gives the right amount of glass (not too thick, not too thin). They make other shapes as well. I do have some La Rochere, but those are thicker (probably better for insulation).

My Mom had books and books of Green Stamps I remember them from 1950’s . The books were stuffed with stamps.

The A&P had incredible giveaways. We got a full set of Funk and Wagnells Encyclopedia, sets of pots and pans Wearever. The bank had amazing gifts if you opened pass book savings … from stuffed bears that were 4 ft tall to toasters and a blender an electric skillet… Mom made the best pot roast in it while we were at church. Smothered pork chops and fried chicken the ” right way”. Giveaways were everywhere in the 50’s- 60’s. I remember the towel in the Duz.

https://www.google.com/search?q=green+stamps&rlz=1CDGOYI_enUS676US676&oq=green+stamps&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i512j46i512j0i512l3.4038j0j7&hl=en-US&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8

https://www.google.com/search?q=free+towel+in+detergent+box&rlz=1CDGOYI_enUS676US676&oq=towel+in+det&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0i22i30l3j0i10i22i30j0i22i30.10744j1j7&hl=en-US&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8

I guess I am feeling very nostalgic for what was in my little universe.

Trail, mom had a lot of green stamps. I remember she gave me a lot of books and I was able to get a nice lamp.

I bet she did get some freebies that I wasn't aware of.

My glasses were originally from Duz detergent boxes.

I saw some of those pretty tempered glass ones at Ikea the other day, intrigued that they work for both hot and cold.

Interesting thread. I have several sets of drinking glasses. My clear set I don't like, I got them from Mom. Just don't like the shape, it's kind of like a beer glass. In fact I almost got rid of them because I thought that's what they were and we aren't big beer drinkers. But they work if I need a clear glass, since my other ones are blue or gold or have a stem which I don't particularly like for a big glass (ok with wine glasses that way). I almost bought a set of nice ones yesterday at the Goodwill, six for six dollars but I decided to not even spend that much, I have bigger fish to fry and can live with the ones I don't like. My favorites I only have three of, the Anchor Hocking "Wexford" pattern. I love it, and when they were new they were as cheap as cheap, but now they don't make them anymore and to get more for this set would be quite expensive . . . sigh.

https://www.replacements.com/crystal-anchor-hocking-wexford-11-oz-flat-tumbler/p/57600591

I keep looking for them at Goodwill or Salvation Army type places. I bought a set of matching wine glasses, paid WAY too much at an antique store, and then later found several more for a buck a piece at the local Salvation Army. I don't even mind repros . . .

Edited to add a photo. My best friend has a matching set of the old fashioned glasses and I have the wine glasses and three of these, which are called "iced tea" glasses. I also have a set of three footed small dessert dishes too, in the same pattern. Not enough to really use for entertaining. Every day we use the mish mash collection of glasses that are not part of any sets, at least not anymore.

Like Sueb20, we like the old fashioned plastic tumblers. Mine are 30+ year old Tupperware acrylic. This discussion prompted me to go searching to find a few more since I love them. Perfectly flat on the bottom so no standing water in the dishwasher. I'm in low humidity Nor Cal so not much sweating even with ice.

@User, I took a pile of those floral detergent towels to the dorm with me. Their thinless was perfect for wrapping up my hair for the trip back to my room.

Pink, I used to have a whole set of those. I'm down to the Brandy glasses. :)

I do not like my glasses. Too thin, and the tall ones are too narrow. It's the thinness I don't like.

I know, everyone used to have a set of them. They were ubiquitous when I was growing up. Seems like they would turn up at a garage sale or thrift shop somewhere for a reasonable price but so far no luck for me . . .

We have the La Rochere Bee glasses too, love them but they are heavy.