“The key to a quality plastic wineglass is durability,” says ... For a more laid-back, stemless option, I love the Vivocci glasses. They’re durable, easy to store, and great for everything ...

Glasses used to be made of glass. Now, most are made of plastic. Plastic lenses are lighter and can be treated with coatings to protect your eyes. But plastic is more likely to scratch than glass.

The wine glasses were from Tossware, a plastic drinkware company that makes products exactly suited to these types of casual gatherings — and the very real mishaps that can come with them.