Gear: Martini Glasses

Piggybacking on the soaring popularity of the Martini, the classic, V-shaped cocktail glass—once loathed for its impractical, begging-to-spill shape—has found new fans. Fortunately, improvements have been made, from ergonomically curved rims to oversized bowls that need not be filled to the brim. Iconic in style and undeniably gorgeous, these glasses add instant elegance to the home bar.

Extreme Martini Glass

Though Riedel may specialize in wine glasses, in recent years the company has expanded its focus to include cocktail-specific glassware. And the Martini glass from their Extreme collection embodies that custom approach. Standing just under 7 inches and holding nearly 9 ounces, the glass more or less represents the textbook style. But the barely curved lip on the bowl allows for fewer spills and a more ergonomic sip. $55/set of 2, riedel.com

America ’20s Small Martini Glass

Leaning into Jazz Age, speakeasy vibes, these petite glasses, measuring 6 inches high and holding a splash over 5 ounces, make for chic, fun-sized cocktails. Made by historic Italian glassmaker Bormioli Rocco from lead-free, ultra-clear Star Glass, the stylish set is economical enough to pour drinks for the whole jazz club. $39.99/set of 4, bormioliroccous.com

Elegance Martini Glass

Part of the aptly named Elegance Collection from historic Irish crystal makers Waterford, the Elegance Martini Glass lowers the center of gravity with a short stem. But it ups the style with a delicately thin bowl terminating in a deep-V plunge. The handmade crystal glasses measure less than 5 inches high and hold 10.7 ounces. $120/set of 2, waterford.com

Fiore Martini Glass

Made from lead-free crystal at a Slovenian glassworks, the hand-cut Fiore Martini glasses carry an air of timeless sophistication. The glass stands almost 8 inches high, and the slightly elongated, tapered bowl holds 7 1/2 ounces. $179.95/set of 4, williams-sonoma.com

Lillian Tall Martini Glass

Up the drama and take your cocktail sky high with this extra-tall Martini glass from British designer William Yeoward’s American Bar collection. With an elongated stem, the handmade crystal glass measures 11 inches tall and holds 7 ounces. Just watch your elbows. $85 each, scullyandscully.com

Bar Culture Martini Glass

Oversized and ultra-chic, this contemporary take on the cocktail glass from London-based design studio LSA International makes for a true statement serve. Handmade with mouth-blown glass, the pieces measure 7 3/4 inches high and 5 inches wide, with a long, delicate stem supporting the 9-ounce bowl. $140/set of 2, lsa-international.com