[header] How to store wine glasses [title] Place them upright to protect from weakening the rim. [step] The rim is the most fragile part of the glass, so it's important to put as little weight as possible on the delicate crystal. Carefully set the flat bottom of the glass onto the cabinet or cupboard shelf, making sure not to bump any other glasses. 
[substeps] This also prevents any moisture from being trapped inside, such as leftover water from washing. [title] Leave 0.5 in (1.3 cm) of space between each glass to prevent chips.