Give your dinnerware a monochrome makeover

Like a stylish wardrobe, every kitchen and dining room needs staple pieces to frame both your gastronomic creations and everyday dishes. So to help you add some ying to your yang, we’ve brought together a few of our favourite new and classic pieces of black and white themed dinnerware.

Loft White Corelle Dinnerware Set from £ 57.99 shown with Cutlery £ 1.20 (Per Pices), Duralex Glasses £ 2.60, Rosemarie Serving Bowl from £ 7.25.

You can’t go wrong with the crisp, clean look of fine white Corelle dishes and plates especially when they’re designed and made World Kitchen. The subtle concentric pattern of the Dinnerware range, shown above, adds a modern touch to the table.

GP Investments Acquisition Corp. to buy Corelle maker in $566 mln

GP Investments Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ:GPIA) (NASDAQ:GPIAW) (NASDAQ:GPIAU) ("GPIAC") today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire WKI Holding Company, Inc. ("World Kitchen"), the parent company of World Kitchen, LLC, a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of houseware products.  World Kitchen’s portfolio of brands includes Corelle, Pyrex, CorningWare and Snapware, among others.

Under the terms of the definitive agreement, the acquisition will be funded through a combination of cash and the issuance of approximately 6.5 million shares of GPIAC common stock at $10.00 per share to World Kitchen's stockholders.

About World Kitchen

Headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., World Kitchen and its affiliates manufacture and market products worldwide through a portfolio of well-recognized and respected brands, including under the Pyrex®, Corelle®, Corningware®, Snapware®, Baker's Secret®, Chicago Cutlery® and Vintage Charm™ trademarks.

About GP Investments, Ltd.

GP Investments Ltd. is a leading alternative investments firm with more than 20 years' experience in corporate investing.  The company has a strong track record of successful equity capital market transactions, delivering strong returns and building long-lasting enterprises.  Since its inception, the company has raised approximately $5 billion from international investors and has invested in more than 50 companies across 15 sectors.

Lilyville

Lilyville gives a serene and relaxed feel with it's sweet and graceful stalk of lilies. The pink lilies and soft green leaves elicit a calm yet refreshing mood, whilst exuding a soft and quite charm that beams with elegance. The soft blend of colours makes this a popular classic pattern that will always be in vogue.

•Chip, Break and Stain resistant for carefree durability
•Microwave, Dishwasher and Oven safe for versatility
•Long lasting patterns that won’t wash, wear or scratch
•Lightweight and stack ability for cupboard space efficiency