This new Subliminal Dinnerware from cb2 dons a fun motif of jumbled letters surrounding clever phrases like "use a napkin", "don't slurp", and "clean your plate". ($3.95-$4.95) Coordinating Subliminal Coolers aptly state "drink up" ($4.50 ea). Between the bold black & white palette and creative use of type, this collection looks fit for a contemporary art museum...or one extremely cool dinner party!

Black and white dishes look great mixed with a bright splash of color. cb2's Basketweave Placemats ($2.95 ea) in techno pink and Gloss Placemats ($5.95 ea) in black give a fun late 80's/early 90's vibe when mixed with the Subliminal collection.  Complete the look with more black & white pieces like understated Pimienta Pepper/Sal Salt shakers ($3.95 ea) and Tokyo Four-Part Server ($19.95).