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Décor and Gifts in Garnet, January’s Beautiful Red Birthstone

Seeing Red


Seeing Red

Garnet hues suggest linkage, heritage, and history.

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An emerging kitchen décor trend in 2012 is flashes of rich red. From spicy to sensual, the characteristics of garnet are anything but shy. Here are some of our products to heat up a home. They all make hot and haute gifts for someone who has a January birthday … or merely a great sense of style! (Oh, and if those red velvet cupcakes look good, it’s because they were made using a recipe from star chef Lulu Powers. Click here for the recipe!)

Writer LAURIE PIKE

Photographer Amy NEUNSINGER

Producer Lisa THOMPSON

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Beauty and Style Accessories in Shades of Garnet

1. Here’s a chic nail polish shade from Nars, a company known for starting color trends: “Chinatown.” $17. 2. Put sunglass or prescription lenses in vintage-inspired frames by Lookmatic. $58. 3. “Lady Rhubarb,” a candle by D.L. & Co. features notes of blood orange, mandarin, grapefruit, and sandalwood. $75. 4. Jouer “Sarah” lipstick is made with seed oils to help moisturize. $22. 5. Bobbi Brown’s “20th Anniversary” lip palette includes 20 shades plus a brush. $60.