Designers break the mold in finding creative uses for a classic material.

A far cry from your basic vase, Makrana marble forms the perfect frame for your best buds or a few fresh flowers.

Sotre, 3933 Magazine St., New Orleans, (504) 304-9475, sotrecollection.com. The Pombia marble frame bud vase (15 inches by 9 inches by 22 inches), $166.

Get or gift a little piece of Louisiana with this state-shaped marble serving board. Its golden foil edges make it perfect for party service.

Emporium Gift Shop, The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel, 130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, (504) 335-3175, therooseveltneworleans.com/about-the-waldorf/emporium-gift-shop.html. Marble serving board (8 inches by 10 inches) by The Royal Standard, $50.

Serving as both an accent and an anchor to a desk or bookshelf, this three-link marble chain’s polished finish makes it low-key luxurious.

Phina, 3717 Veterans Blvd. and 2561 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 827-1605, phinashop.com. Marble chain décor with three links (11 inches by 5.25 inches), $54.

As it graces your space with its marble top, clean lines and classic tulip shape, don’t be surprised if this side table ends up taking center stage.

Sunday Shop, 2025 Magazine St., New Orleans, (504) 342-2087, sundayshop.co. Laredo accent table (20 inches wide by 20 inches high), $1,150.

Your keys and sunglasses never looked so sophisticated. This marble tray on a brass base instantly elevates whatever it holds.

Relish, 600 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 309-3336, relishneworleans.com. Marble tray (13.75 inches by 4 inches) with antiqued brass base, $80.

The right frame can make your photos sing. Each of these five very different styles can amp up your gallery.

Gear up to enjoy crisp autumn weather on your porch or patio with these five fabulous outdoor finds

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