In honour of National Cherry Day, AnOther presents top 10 cherry-themed products...
Part of the rose family, the cherry is a delicate, fleshy fruit, originating from Eastern Europe and Western Asia. The name stems from ancient Greece and transates in Latin as 'for the birds'. A prominent symbol of Japanese culture, the blossoming cherry tree epitomises purity and earthly bliss, and a blossom infused tea is used in marriage ceremonies to symbolise good luck. When the blossom inevitably floats from the trees, it is representative of the perfect death. In Britain, National Cherry Day was created to raise awareness for the Cherry Aid Campaign, an organisation fighting for the upkeep and continuation of British cherry orchards. In the last 50 years Britain has lost 90% of its cherry orchards and now imports 95% of the cherries we eat. In honour of National Cherry day AnOther presents top 10 cherry-themed AnOther Loves...
1. Cherries by Simon Costin
These hand painted fibreglass cherries were originally created by leading set designer Simon Costin for a Tim Walker shoot, for Coco Rocha's Autumn/Winter 2009 Albion Cosmetics campaign. They are available to buy at £2,500 each on showstudio.com. Visit anothermag.com to see our exclusive film interview with Costin.
2. Cherry Headband with Veil by Piers Atkinson for Alan Journo
The Cherry Headband is perhaps Atkinson's best known creation. Worn by the likes of Anna Dello Russo and Rihanna, this particular glittering emerald version comes with an attached veil and was created as part of an exclusive collection for the Milan based store Alan Journo.
3. Cherry Blossom Light by Sharp Corporation
A Japanese invention, the 'Sakura Iro' or Cherry Blossom light, is designed to inspire productivity. The creation emits a subtle pink glow that aids whoever in the room to be more motivated. The strength and tone of the lighting also alters throughout the day to cater to the users needs.
4. Lick Me, How I Became Cherry Vanilla
Singer/songwriter, publicist to David Bowie, actress and muse, Cherry Vanilla's 2010 autobiography is filled with endless amounts of glamorous, star studded stories, following her from her fifties New York roots, to the influential London Punk scene where she made her name.
5. Haribo Gummi Candy, Twin Cherries, 5 Pound Bag
Haribo was founded in 1920 by Hans Riegel in Bon, Germany. The twin cherries are one of Haribo's most popular sweets, the red fruit gum cherries hang on two green stems and are flavoured to taste like the real fruit.
6. Cherry Lamps by Nika Zupanc
Designer Nika Zupanc is known for her ability to open our eyes to seeing everyday objects in a new light. The lamps are made of hand blown glass and can be hung solo or as a pair or triplet.
7. Indoor cherry blossom
Whether you opt for real or fake, cherry blossom adds beauty to a room. Juergen Teller used cherry blossom in the backdrop of his campaign imagery for Céline A/W11.
"Juergen Teller used cherry blossom in the backdrop of his campaign imagery for Céline A/W11"
8. Sonia Rykiel Cherry Print T-Shirt
This cotton printed T-shirt for Sonia by Sonia Rykiel is perfect to wear as part of a befitting National Cherry Day outfit.
9. Dr Martens 10 Eye Velvet Avery Boots in Cherry Red:
Dr Martens have been a staple style of British footwear since they made their UK debut with the 1490 Oxblood design in 1960. This slightly more feminine style is the classic 10 eye shape, but made from a deep, rich cherry coloured velvet.
10. 10,000 Cherry Blossom Cupcake Mosaic:
Created by British Bakery Crumbs and Doilies for a Japanese television show, this mosaic of a blooming cherry blossom tree is made up of 10,000 individually iced cupcakes.
Compiled by Rhiannon Wastell
