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About iittala

First founded as a glassworks company in 1881, iittala is now a leading company in modern Finnish design producing a range of dinnerware, glassware and art pieces. You'd be hard-pressed to find a Finn or fan of Finnish design that doesn't recognize the iittala brand, which is found in nearly every...

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About Tapio Wirkkala

From graphic art to banknotes, Finnish-born Tapio Wirkkala's portfolio is a quite arguably one of the most versatile. Still, he is most widely known for his wonderful work with glass. Texture plays a big role in Wirkkala's creative portfolio. His 1952 "Tapio" glassware...

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Customers consistently praise these highball glasses as "beautiful" with a timeless, classic design featuring substantial heft and feel. The glassware is noted for exceptional durability, with many shoppers owning sets for 30+ years. Versatile for both formal dining and everyday use, customers use them for water, coffee, tea, and cocktails. The 12+ ounce capacity is appreciated. No significant drawbacks mentioned.

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KL
beautiful glasses

Iittala's Ultima Thule are beautiful glasses, I have several different sizes. This purchase was to replace a broken glass. FinnStyle is always a pleasure to deal with, very helpful when visiting in person and via mail order - where they really shine at prompt and accurate shipping of orders. They are great over the phone too (they actually answer their phones without a lot of lengthy voice menus). Unusual to find this nowadays. I am not related to this company, just appreciate their service. Thank you.

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Elisabeth
A success story

When my family lived in Minnetonka, years ago ,my mother bought us a set of these beautiful glasses. Two broke and I was desperate to replace them. I Googled the glasses and this wonderful store replaced four of the glasses for me. Professional! Responsive! Helpful! I won't hesitate to contact them to help with any of their inventory.

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Amy
Beautiful glasses!!!

Love these glasses! They are beautiful. Fast service and delivery.

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Samantha O.
Beautiful and solid.

I have been buying a couple of these each year for my son for Christmas. It is starting to be a nice collection of drink ware that he will have forever. I love that they are Scandinavian. He is an Olson after all.

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Nella
Classic design!

Beautiful and classic design. Great addition to my collection.

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Joy
Beautiful

I owned a set of these glasses many years ago and am delighted to find them available today and just a beautiful as before.

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Mengli
Lovely glasses

These glasses look amazing when I simply add water in. I really love all Ultima glasses!

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Cliff
Takes me back

My parents had these years ago and I inherited a handful after they passed. I searched for years to find them only remembering they were a Finnish product. After my DNA test proved that I was indeed 42% Finno-Ugric I really had to find these glasses!! Now I buy a pair of high balls every year or so to add to my collection. And not one of them has ever broken!!!

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Cynthia
Beautiful glasses!

These Ultimate Thule drinking glasses are lovely. They remind me of my Finnish heritage. I’m so proud to have them on my table for family events!

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Annette
Pure joy

My mom bought a pair of these glasses 15+ years ago. Throughout the years we would look for more as she could not remember where she bought them. I searched for years on and off to buy her more and never found them. The 2 glasses are my “favorites” and I use them daily!! My mother passed 3 years ago and my glasses are a special connection to my mom. Well, I found them finally on the Macy’s web site and got the brand name!!! So I researched and found this website. The family loves the new glasses! Can’t wait to add more to our collection!!

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Liz
Elevated dining experience.

My "go to" water glasses are the ittala Kartio Large Tumblers, however, when I serve special guests a thoughtful meal I reach for the ittala Ultima Thule Footed Highball glasses to compliment my formal table setting. The heft and the grace of this glassware helps to set the meal's tone that I am seeking. Furthermore, even bringing them out for a simple meal with simple white dinner plates elevates the experience.

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Tom
I LOVE IITTALA ULTIMA THULE!!

Just adding a couple to my 30+ year old set.

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Doreen
Highball glasses

Love the product!

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Susan P.
Ultimate style!

We have been enjoying Ultima Thule since the late 70s. Occasionally we have needed to replace some pieces and some have gone out of production, but they continue to be current and a beautiful addition to our table!

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MplsSwede
Beautiful Glasses

Gorgeous glasses with a nice heft and feel. With a 12+ ounce capacity they are a perfect size for so many things. I love them for sipping cold brew coffee or iced tea. So glad I finally took the plunge and ordered them.

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Kim
Love my new glasses!

They feel great, and are beautiful.

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Nancy
Lovely glassware

I inherited pieces of this collection some years ago and have added to the collection. The quality is superb and design timeless. I am very happy I found The Finnstyle website as their service, quality and prices are outstanding.

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Jim
Excellent all around glass

I have always liked this line of glassware, and have the lowball size as well as a set of the highballs. They have 'aged' well, and we still get compliments on them. They go well in contemporary settings, but if more formal settings are your style, you may want to consider another version (unless you like being eclectic!).

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Vicky
Excellent water glasses

I bought 8 of these from the iittala shop in Helsinki a couple of years ago. Even though they are technically "highball" glasses they make great water glasses for special occasions. My parents first bought this brand years ago and we love the style of these. I was replacing one that was broken at a recent family dinner. So happy to receive them in time for Easter dinner!

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Aino
Ultimate Favorite

These glasses are my favorite of the Ultima Thule collection so far. I keep them in the freezer and use them every day.

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Margaret P.
Beautiful Glassware from Finland

These are beautiful and I was so happy to be able to buy them from Finnstyle. This glasses arrived well packed using dissolvable packing material.

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Nancy
Iittala Ultima Thule glasses

Purchased some of these glasses more than 30 years ago and still like them. Needed a few replacements and were happy to find an outlet selling them.

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Sheena
Awesome

Glassware awesome. Service timely. All good.

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Kaarina F.
Great product

Great addition to my collection

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Steven
Well-crafted Glassware

There is a lot of history and thought behind Thule glassware. The highballs make great beer glasses.

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Barbara
Beautiful Glasses

I have not used them yet.

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Heidi
Classy essentials

I love these glasses and often use them when we entertain! The entire Ultima Thule line uses beautiful glass with attractive shapes to highlight this Finnish crystal collection.

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Blackwood
Perfect size

Beautiful! I've had a set of these glasses for over 30 years. Broke several over the last three decades, and
ordered two replacements.
These glasses always make a statement.

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Mari-Anne
Ultima Thule

Beautiful and practical!

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Susan
good

Needed two to add to a set. Perfect. Very high quality.