Question 1

How do I take care of a glass terrarium?

Accepted Answer

How you take care of a glass terrarium will depend on what’s inside. For the outside, it’s best to use a damp cloth to wipe off dust and dirt. For the inside, it will depend on the contents. If you’re unsure how to treat the contents of a terrarium, remove it and wipe the inside of the terrarium with a damp cloth. Browse a variety of antique terrariums on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What grows well in a glass terrarium?

Accepted Answer

A variety of plants grow well in a glass terrarium. Air plants and succulents do particularly well in this environment and require little moisture, making them a low-maintenance option. Ferns also can thrive in a glass terrarium, though they enjoy more moisture. Browse an array of glass terrariums on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is a kimono stand?

Accepted Answer

A kimono stand is the setting for displaying your ornate Japanese textile. The robe's exquisite needlework is highlighted by the stand, which also protects it from the stress that could cause the seams to separate. Traditional ikou, or kimono stands, are huge, expensive, and often hard to come by.

Question 4

What is a hostess stand?

Accepted Answer

A hostess stand is a type of furniture that is mainly used in restaurants. It houses menus and reservation lists while creating a greeting point for a hostess to welcome patrons. Shop a collection of authentic hostess stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What does Off-White stand for?

Accepted Answer

As a brand, Off-White stands for the symbolic meaning that late founder Virgil Abloh assigned to the color off-white. Specifically, Abloh explained that, to him, off-white is the gray area between black and white, light and dark and good and evil. These dichotomies mirror Off-White's approach to design, which combines elements of haute couture and casual streetwear. On 1stDibs, find a range of Off-White apparel and accessories.

Question 6

What does Balenciaga stand for?

Accepted Answer

Balenciaga doesn't stand for anything. Rather than an acronym, the word Balenciaga is actually the surname of the fashion designer who founded the French luxury fashion house, Cristóbal Balenciaga. In 1917, he established his first haute couture house in the trendy resort town of San Sebastián. He soon followed it with boutiques in Madrid and Barcelona, drawing such clientele as the Spanish royal family. When the Spanish Civil War put a hold on his prospects in Spain, the designer moved to Paris, opening a house on Avenue Georges V in 1937. Shop a collection of Balenciaga apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is a pedestal stand?

Accepted Answer

A pedestal stand is a base — a structure on which you would position a statue or a decorative vase in your home. Pedestal stands come in a range of shapes and sizes, and you are likely to find exactly the stand you’re looking for given the variety that has been made over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage pedestal stands.

Question 8

What is a reading stand?

Accepted Answer

A reading stand is a stand to position the book or any reading material in an orthopedically upright position for reading. It’s meant for comfortable reading. The stopper at the end holds the reading material in a way that it doesn’t slip off. It helps ensure that you maintain a good posture while you are reading. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading stands on 1stDibs today.

Question 9

What is a smokers stand?

Accepted Answer

A smoking stand is basically designed to mount your ashtray. This stand is usually made of wood or metal and is placed next to a couch or an armchair. It provides convenience and ease. Find a collection of antique and vintage smoking stands on 1stDibs today.

Question 10

What is a smoking stand?

Accepted Answer

A smoking stand is a metal or wood stand for holding an ashtray. Traditionally, it was the go-to spot for the smoker of the house, with all necessary accessories like a humidor, cigar cutters, and a removable ashtray. Visit 1stDibs for a range of vintage smoking stands and other tobacco accessories.

Question 11

What does MCM stand for?

Accepted Answer

MCM stands for mid-century modern. The term refers to architecture, furniture and designs produced during the middle of the 20th century. Generally, the period starts after World War II and continues through the 1960s or 70s. You'll find a variety of mid-century modern furniture, art and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What does SAMO stand for?

Accepted Answer

SAMO stands for "same old shit." When working as a street artist early in his career, Jean-Michel Basquiat and his fellow artist Al Diaz frequently used the SAMO tag to identify their work. Basquiat also incorporated the SAMO acronym as a symbol in his paintings. Explore a selection of Jean-Michel Basquiat art on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What does DKNY stand for?

Accepted Answer

DKNY stands for Donna Karan New York. The name is a reference to the brand's founder, Donna Karan, and the city where she launched it, New York City. Karan established the brand in 1989. Explore a selection of Donna Karan and DKNY apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Are plant stands necessary?

Accepted Answer

No, plant stands aren’t always necessary. You can place a planter on a windowsill, shelf or another surface, provided the location gets enough light. However, plant stands can be useful when you don’t have a surface near a window. Some people also use them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, find a collection of plant stands.

Question 15

What does Chrome Hearts stand for?

Accepted Answer

The words "Chrome Hearts" on something stand for the brand Chrome Hearts. Founded in 1988 by Richard Stark, the luxury American brand is well known for its pieces that blend elements of biker style, Gothic architecture and Baroque art. Chrome Hearts specializes in jewelry and eyeglasses and also makes a line of apparel and accessories that includes t-shirts, hoodies, leather jackets, hats and other pieces. Shop a collection of Chrome Hearts apparel, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What do you do with old plant stands?

Accepted Answer

There are many things you can do with old plant stands. You can use them to display houseplants and artificial arrangements, to showcase sculptures and decorative accents, to hold lamps and more. On 1stDibs, find a selection of plant stands.

Question 17

What does RAR stand for in Vitra?

Accepted Answer

In Vitra's collection of home furnishings, RAR means the rocking armchair rod base. It refers to wooden rocker arms with angled metal rod legs. Vitra adds them to a number of plastic chairs originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames to create rocking chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames furniture.

Question 18

What does Mr. DOB stand for?

Accepted Answer

What Mr. DOB represents is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Takashi Murakami named the character after the Japanese word "dobojite," a slang form for the word "why." Shop a range of Takashi Murakami art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What does HSS stand for in Hermès?

Accepted Answer

In Hermès, HSS stands for Horseshoe Stamp. It refers to the stamp that the French luxury fashion house places on one-of-a-kind bags produced as special orders. An HSS bag is therefore a special order piece. Find a variety of Hermès bags on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is a free standing cabinet?

Accepted Answer

Free standing cabinets are generally cabinets that remain in the appropriate upright position on their own without help from external forces or without being bolted or attached to the wall. They enable you to maximize space. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage free-standing cabinets.

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