Copy-paste: Instagram Wavy Mirror
We like to compare similar items in different price categories and tell you more about how they differ from each other. Let's take a closer look at the most desirable decorative object of the year: colored mirror with a wavy frame flashes both in the interiors from trends on TikTok and Instagram, and in the prestigious professional publications among expensive and serious furniture.
Ultrafragola Mirror Ettore Sottsass, Poltronova
The Ultrafragola mirror was released in the 1970’s. High mirror, designed by Italian architect Ettore Sottsass, is made of acrylic profile with built-in neon lighting. The item contradicted literally everything that was expected from design at that time (consumer was used to wooden structures and neutral colors) - it was a revolution, the beginning of the Memphis movement. Ultrafragola is a direct reference to the attributes of femininity: the curves of the body, the wave of the hair. Contemporary designer with no doubt would be accused of objectification, however an object from the 70’s was not judged. The mirror re-debuted in 2018 while furniture consultant Raquel Kayre, also responsible for Instagram account @ettoresottsass, showed it as part of her personal exhibition "Raquel's Dream House" and sold it to artist Katherine Bernhardt. One by one Lena Dunham and Bella Hadid, Frank Ocean and Nicolas Ghesquière, Le Pigalle boutique hotel in Paris - and fashion (wealthy) influencers one after another got themselves a piece. Soft and nostalgic glow of the Ultrafragola is perfect for selfies and it certainly justifies the starting price of 10,000€.
Curvy Mirror Gustaf Westman
Gustav Westman's whimsical wavy mirror so-called "cool cousin of Ultrafragola" - is a fresh, "flat" design that perfectly fits to social media and bright, bold, modern interiors. Curvy Mirror is obviously Memphis nostalgic, but aesthetically expressed in a Scandi-like way, with sleek lines and simple materials. Another important eye-catching detail is that the mirror exists in almost every color of the rainbow, from cornflower blue to pale yellow, and in every possible size. Young Swedish designer Gustav Westman explains success of the mirror very simply: “I design how I feel. I create items for those who see the world the way I do and are also interested in design. My goal is to produce small-scale of unique items at an affordable price.” Compared to design icons, the cost of a mirror can be described as "affordable", which is why Curvy Mirrors has gone so far.
In 2021, the brand Jonathan Adler copied the item for their collections and reduced the price by five times - fans of the original mirror rebelled against the retailer for selling fakes.
Arctic Vibes Mirror Yaroslava Galaiko
The mirror from Russian designer Yaroslava Galaiko differs from other popular wavy mirrors by representing the category of eco-friendly design. The item is made of recycled HDPE plastic in the already recognizable aesthetics of the artist. In her objects, Yaroslava seeks a balance between art, comfort, environmentally friendly raw materials and production technologies. While creating furniture, she uses renewable resources and materials with a low level of environmental impact: non-toxic, eco-friendly or recycled. In addition to the unique design, potentially difficult to copy, the mirror stands out for its pleasant cost and availability (the item is created to order in 21 days).
DIY foam mirror
The easiest and also cheapest way to get a bright wavy mirror is to make it yourself. In fact, this object is even more trendy than all the other mentioned mirrors. To handmade it, you will need a base (a mirror of the size you want), a can of builders foam and some paint in a aerosol can. Use the foam to create the shape, let it dry properly and paint over. Voila! The design has gained a lot of popularity among young bloggers, however it is worth remembering that it cannot be classified as eco-friendly and sustainable.
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