We know what you’re thinking: another day, another must-have item to purchase.

But today we’re here to help you make an informed decision about design consultant Nicholas Rhodes’s wine glasses.

The upside: They (wine snobs) say the shape of a glass can greatly affect the taste of your drink, so for those who don’t have a lot of storage space, Rhodes’s double-sided goblets allow you to serve red or white wine, champagne or a martini from the appropriate glass. Made by European craftsmen (not a machine), the witty glasses are simple, elegant and dishwasher safe — not to mention, guaranteed to make dinner party guests do a double take.

The downside: Mixing drinks isn’t always this pretty. Drink responsibly.

Available at Selfridges, 400 Oxford Street, W1A 1AB (0800 123400 or selfridges.com), £32.

Photo: Courtesy of Selfridges