Salt and Pepper Shakers

Exotic seasonings are the limelight of most kitchens, but plain ol' salt and pepper are the bedrock of good flavor! While their traditional glass bodies with metal caps will never go out of fashion, one of the simplest ways in which you can add an interesting touch to your dining areas is by replacing them with their contemporary counterparts. Here, these tiny (and sometimes not-so-tiny) accessories are brought to attention for the very useful purpose they serve. Now, you can shake it in style!

 Par Cork Salt + Pepper Shake

Another design by Japanese studio Nendo, the 'Par' salt and pepper shakers were made in collaboration with Portuguese cork house Materia. The use of cork in this design is not just aesthetic but functional as well. Par's  large conical shaped cork functions as a base for the shaker, providing a comfortable handgrip and keeping the contents airtight. The glass globe has a flat perforated upper end for controlled dispensing. At $50, it is a little pricey for a salt shaker. 

Mustache Salt and Pepper Shaker

This ultra cute set of shakers is artfully crafted out of pure walnut finished with mineral oil. They have rubber plugs on the bottom to allow for easy refills. When separated, they look equally beautiful as paisley shaped shakers. Available at PaperDoll Woodshop for $28, this made-to-order item is reasonably priced. 

Winter Summer Salt and Pepper Shakers

This condiment set is so creative, it deserves-and is sure to attract all the attention in your room. Inspired by snow globes, the Winter Summer Shakers use seasoning to form the backdrops of these landscape salt shakers. While salt glistens like cool snow beneath the fir tree, pepper forms the perfect desert sand dunes for the cactus shaker. Designed by Qualy, this awesome set is affordably priced at $25

  Alena Fajstová's Salt and Pepper Shakers

Alena Fajstova's loop shaped salt and pepper shaker is an unconventional design ideal for similar settings. Made of transparent rubber hose and metal, this concept set of dispensers explores a more malleable method to tipping out and refilling spices.

In it's functional avatar, the shaker is looped in a way that both ends are inserted into a metal lid with perforations. In this form it can be fit into the stand it comes with. It's versatility comes into picture when condiments need to be sealed for storage purposes. For this purpose, the tube 's flexibility allows it to be shaped into a closed ring and tightly sealed. An intelligent design, we love it!

Jonathan Adler Futura Salt & Pepper

Add a touch of class to your dining top with these real gold accented porcelain shakers designed by Jonathan Adler. These footed teardrop shaped shakers with goldtone stripes and spots look like cute miniature alien spacecrafts.

At $48, they may be pricey but seem worth it for the sophisticated bling that they introduce to their surroundings.

Bambou by Celine Frebault

This delicate looking design by Celine Frebault of Petit Friture is inspired by bamboo branches that are smooth but bumpy along the way. The Bambou has a streamlined appearance without any frills about it. 

Those who have a taste for minimalism and strikingly beautiful simple design will enjoy the easygoing style of these shakers.