Style Favourite Cups for Everyday Use
By Design Letters – Design Letters EUR | Published: 2026-10-22
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to style your Favourite Cups from the Love & Friendship and Christmas collections for daily coffee or tea, with tips on care and placement.
Quick answer
Use your Favourite Cup as a daily coffee or tea mug by pairing it with a simple saucer, placing it on a stable surface, and hand-washing it to protect the ultra-matte glaze.
Why everyday use works for these cups
The Favourite Cups from Design Letters are made of fine porcelain with an ultra-matte glaze and engraved words or quotes. They are sturdy enough for hot drinks, but the special finish means they need a little more care than a standard ceramic mug. If you treat them gently, they can become your go-to mug for morning coffee, tea, or even a quick hot chocolate.
Trade-off: beauty vs. durability
The ultra-matte glaze gives these cups a soft, modern look, but it is more prone to scratches than glossy finishes. Avoid stacking them with other mugs or using metal spoons inside. The engraving is permanent and will not fade, but the surface around it may show wear if rubbed against rough materials.
How to style your Favourite Cup for daily use
- Choose the right spot: Place the cup on a coaster or a soft mat to prevent scratches on the bottom rim. Avoid rough surfaces like stone or unsealed wood. A silicone or cork coaster works best.
- Pair with a simple saucer or tray: Use a small saucer or a wooden tray to catch drips and create a neat look. This also protects your table from heat marks. A saucer adds a café feel and prevents ring stains.
- Hand-wash after each use: Wash with mild soap and a soft sponge. Do not put it in the dishwasher or use abrasive scrubbers. Dry with a soft cloth. Dishwasher use will dull the matte finish over time.
- Rotate between collections: If you have both the Love & Friendship and Christmas cups, use one for morning coffee and another for afternoon tea. This spreads wear evenly. Rotating keeps each cup looking newer longer.
- Store separately: Store the cup upright and not stacked with other mugs. If you must stack, place a soft cloth between each cup. Stacking without protection will cause visible scratches.
Featured products
- Favourite Cups - Love & Friendship Collection: Made from ultra-matte glazed porcelain with engraved words or quotes. The matte finish looks elegant but is sensitive to scratches, so you need to handle it carefully during daily use.
Favourite Cups - Love & Friendship Collection - Favourite Cups - Christmas Collection: Part of the Christmas Collection, designed in the same ultra-matte glazed porcelain with festive engravings. You can use a holiday-themed cup year-round if you keep it away from abrasive surfaces and hand-wash it.
Favourite Cups - Christmas Collection
