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50 Great Gifts for Color Lovers
Here's what to give your friends who can't get enough of the rainbow
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If you've got a friend with a personalized license plate that reads ROYGBIV,* finding a suitable holiday gift will be a relatively easy task. From candy-colored iPad sleeves to a kelly-green espresso maker, I've rounded up some of the best (and brightest) gifts that will beg to be unwrapped this holiday season.
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Telling time will be so much fun for whoever receives this clock. You'll know she's putting this gift to good use when she makes plans to meet you at orange-thirty.
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Nothing says "I'm lucky to have you in my life" like this kelly-green espresso maker by Delonghi. Your caffeine-loving friend will now have a bright visual to perk him up in the morning. It is also available in magenta, blue, yellow, white, red, platinum or black.
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If you have a pal who loves to host brunch, this palette will ensure his or her eggs always are served with élan.
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What creative products will Pantone think of next? Whoever is the lucky recipient of this gift will have fun getting seated on his or her favorite swatch.
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Give one of these Skittle-colored iPad sleeves for a sweet-toothed friend with both tech and style savvy.
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Extra virgin olive oil is every cook's best friend, especially when packaged in such a pretty bottle. After enjoying the premium EVOO inside, a friend can enjoy hanging on to the bottle — two gifts in one.
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This colorful, oversize silicon trivet provides a rosy place for your casserole to land.
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These lighters may help you rekindle an old relationship or set off some sparks with someone new.
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| Who wouldn't want a toaster to match their morning cup of OJ? I know I'd appreciate this citrus-colored beauty on my countertop. |
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Help a friend keep her fingers toasty with these cozy mugs. Ideal for holding a cup of peppermint mocha, hot chocolate, or hot apple cider to help get your pal in the holiday spirit.
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These neon lucite table lamps can easily find a home on a loved one's nightstand.
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Hello, yellow! Like sunshine, this stylish radio will send its musical rays throughout a room. A friend with vintage leanings will appreciate its nod to analog design and cheerful color.
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by Hidden Art
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| Shaped like lollipops, the extra-cushy seats on these UK-designed stools are made for springy comfort and visual surprise. |
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Eco-smart, Italian bottles in turquoise, fuchsia and citron will add fun to the simple act of pouring water at the dinner table.
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This alphabet print would help plant the seed for a lifetime of loving color. Give this to new parents for a welcome way to liven up the new nursery.
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Cutting a piece of prime rib will now be a colorful affair. With 6 juicy colors, these knives will instantly brighten up a cutlery tray.
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| Storage and seating are the ultimate combination in this delightful blue chair. It's also available in neon green, deep purple and luminous orange. |
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| Here's the perfect gift for that friend who loves to throw nighttime parties — think modern disco ball for a makeshift living room dance floor. |
These garden hoses just beg to be picked up. This may be an ideal gift for a spouse who loves to garden (or who forgets to do his or her chores).
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This "potted" bunch of measuring spoons is the perfect gift for baker friends with flour thumbs. No watering required.
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The fashion-forward folks at J.Crew have partnered with Dodocase, creators of this playfully colorful Moleskine-like iPad cover. Give to bookworms who have adapted to e-readers; they won't mind being judged by this cover.
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Your four-legged pals can get in on the gift action with one or more of these colorful food bowls. Put a treat inside, and it's guaranteed to be the gift that's unwrapped first.
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These colorful handles help a cooking newbie differentiate between a ladle and a spatula. With grips this pretty, they would be perfect for hanging along a kitchen backsplash.
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Color and patterns collide in a friendly robot print for an inventive friend.
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This gift is perfect for someone who still may be a little color shy. The folding ribbon pattern will help her ease into adding a punchy accent to their sofa or bed.
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If you've got green-thumbed friends, this cheerful blue wheelbarrow will be the perfect addition to their gardens. They'll have fun carting around their latest plantings, and if they happen to have a vegetable or fruit garden, you might get to sample the tasty results.
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| This rolling bar may be a challenge to wrap, but show up to a friend's house with it, and you'll be welcome to come over for a drink anytime. |
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If you were tempted by that orange toaster by Bodum, this classic bread tin is the perfect companion. A bland countertop will welcome this bold burst of orange.
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Add some fun to a friend's refreshing drink with tall tumblers in magenta, orange, purple, red, lime and teal.
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While it may be tough to find a friend who still has a landline, this phone will add plenty of nostalgia and a retro touch to any home. The perfect holiday gift for a childhood chum or long-distance friend.
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This cool-colored, round and removable wallpaper is a great gift for your friends who rent. They can create a polka dot pattern with the polka dot paper — fun!
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From the creative minds at Zurich-based Freitag come laptop sleeves, stylishly made with the same reclaimed truck tarps as their other recognizable products. Give to a green-minded friend who will appreciate repurposing otherwise discarded materials.
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| A jumbo Lego candle in a primary color is a great way to build on your relationship with someone fun. |
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| With a nod to mid-century modern style, these coffee tables pack just the right amount of color punch for someone still settling into a new space. |
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Here's a generous present for someone who works from home and could use a little color-coded organization.
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This set of six ceramic votives will help illuminate any home. Each votive has a unique colored, glazed interior and gunmetal exterior.
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Here's the present for someone trying to kick his soda habit in the new year. Every time he or she is tempted by that cold aluminum can, your friend can chug refreshing, healthy water from this, saving his money for the next home design project!
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If you've got co-workers whose New Year's resolution is to pack their lunch, this colorful lunch bag will inspire them to stay on track from day one.
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These peas are so cute, you just want to squeeze them. Anyone would have fun shaking these to season their holiday dinners.
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| With a nod to Scandinavian and mid-century patterns, this vibrant print will please a tea-drinking friend. |
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| Help a buddy get organized with this wool box. It is soft to the touch, and just the perfect accent for a space in need of decluttering. |
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Give some citrus-colored cheer to someone who loves to cook. Who knows who will be the happy recipient of baked goods produced with this set of mixing bowls?
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Drinking a plain glass of water is more fun when it's cooled by these little yellow submarines.
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In this vase, a colorful bouquet or dried branches will add the perfect amount of color balance. The cheery neon yellow stripe will also help a friend get through a long winter with the promise of spring sunshine on the way.
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This adorable green lamp (also available in red or yellow) will add a playful glow to any space.
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Analog timer anyone? These mod hourglasses would make a sculptural addition to a friend's décor — especially if she likes timed challenges.
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The irregular shape and bright color of this clock brings a shot of interest — and two time zones — to an office or kitchen.
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Bon appétit! A clock like this just begs to be in the kitchen of a color-hungry chef.
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If you've got a clumsy iPhone-toting friend, a case like this will help provide a little cushion for those inevitable drops. And the bright pattern will make a ringing phone easy to find in an oversize purse.
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| If you just won the lottery, you could splurge on one of these chairs for the BBQ king or queen in the gang. * ROYGBIV: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet — colors of the rainbow More: 50 Gifts Under $50 |
Ideabook updated on Nov. 8, 2011.
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@marniebarrett, Thanks! I'm eyeing everything too, especially the Pantone folding chairs. So much fun!
@becky, Nice! I'll have to add that show to my DVR. :)
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These are some great gift ideas! Another colorful idea for any friend or family member are the Kaleido Trays. These come in a variety of colors and you get to pick and choose the combination that you want. It’s a must have this holiday season.
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Jill@DWR