In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021
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The perennial pundits of pigment have spoken: Pantone’s 2021 Colours of the Year are ‘Ultimate Grey’ (PANTONE 17-5104) and ‘Illuminating’ (PANTONE 13-0647). The marriage of buoyant yellow and enduring grey is the chromatic embodiment of the cautious optimism and reflective hopefulness with which the year began – and we are here for it. So much so, in fact, that we’ve rounded up a list of beautiful and useful objects that you can sprinkle throughout your home to fully embrace the mood.
In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Terra Time Watch – Social etiquette says we should avoid checking our watch too often when talking to someone, and we would normally agree with that: unless we’re talking about this head-turning timepiece. Even the strictest of all interlocutors would probably cut you some slack when they catch sight of this unique design alluding to a range of striking landscapes, from stone quarries to terraced rice paddies. The watch hands seem to sink into the mysterious canyon and pull your eye with them – just don’t get drawn in too far, and be late for your next appointment.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Pebble Otherware x Pharrell Williams – Dining on the go doesn’t have to mean eating with your hands, or worse – using environmentally damaging single-use silverware. Equipped with a knife, fork, spoon, chopsticks and straw, this clip-on portable cutlery kit will take any food truck lunch to a whole new level. What’s more, it’s all dishwasher safe and made from recycled refuse – the handles come from old food packaging and the case from recycled CDs. Even the yellow colour is more than a decorative choice: It signifies support for YELLOW, the Pharrell Williams-founded nonprofit that aims to provide kids with a brighter future through education.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Cuddler Dog Bed– Your pets’ accessories shouldn’t overshadow your good taste in style. This dog bed definitely won’t. It’s the perfect combination of snugly and classic: made with 100% recycled hypoallergenic fibres, NASA-grade memory foam and a zippered water-resistant pillowcase, it’s comfortable, durable and easy to wash. Your pet – and your sophisticated self – will thank you.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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AirBird Indoor Air Quality Detector – Evict unhealthy air from your home: This adorable device uses a so-called “chirp algorithm” to measure CO2 levels, temperature and humidity in your space, then alerts you to negative changes either by lighting up or by emitting gentle bird sounds – your choice – so that you can adjust heating, cooling and ventilation as necessary. Your own personal canary in a coal mine, so to speak.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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BesoVida Triple Set Bowls – If you carefully craft your homemade dishes from quality ingredients – and a lot of love – then your leftovers deserve a worthy storage set that will preserve flavour at its best. These silicone BesoVida bowls are free of harmful chemicals and so beautiful that they become versatile: You’ll want to use them as serving bowls, too. The price? We’d say their chic aesthetic and toxin-free composition makes them worth their weight in gold.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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LEGO Storage Head – These oversized iconic LEGO noggins are perfect for storing all those little LEGO pieces when playtime comes to an end. Available in four different facial expressions, the cute containers are designed to stack not only on top of each other, but also onto LEGO storage bricks – so you and your little one(s) can build an entire LEGO storage castle. And if all goes to plan, you’ll never step on a LEGO again…
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Interiors: The Greatest Rooms of the Century – Over 400 images of pure interior design delight. Perfect for your coffee table, this illustrative book covers the very best of the past 100 years when it comes to interiors. From extravagant and sophisticated rooms to cosy and enchanting spaces – all curated by the most influential people in the business – this will be your go-to tome when seeking out home décor inspiration. Its elegant grey velvet cover is an added bonus.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Whitney Amber Barware – Up your beverage game with these elegant handmade glasses. Their design makes them stackable for maximum space, and their amber colour brings new light – literally – to your drinks. With two different but equally sleek designs in the collection, a double old-fashioned glass and a cooler, even drinking plain water will make you feel and look like a million bucks.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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PHILIPS X GEORG JENSEN JS30 Bluetooth Speaker – Danish heritage brand Georg Jensen teams up with Philips for this irresistibly dapper Bluetooth speaker. Dressed to the nines in a premium grey Kvadrat fabric and burnished slate blue steel, and offering 8 hours of playtime along with an IPX7 waterproof rating and a microphone for hands-free calls, this speaker is designed to “add as much value to your life when it’s off as when it’s on.”
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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DASH Mini Toaster Oven–Light up your mornings with this jolly, ultra compact toaster oven. You might think it’s a toy, but it will toast your bread, bagels, paninis or pizza slices quickly and to perfection. For all the dwellers of cramped city apartments, dorm rooms, RVs or tiny homes out there who are short on space, but don’t want to skimp on taste.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Cariuma OCA Low – Is it time to retire your trusty kicks, but you haven’t yet found the right replacement? The search is over. OCA canvas sneakers by sustainable Brazilian brand Cariuma tick all the green boxes: They’re made with organic GOTS-certified cotton, feature an outsole of natural rubber gathered through ethical ‘tapping’ practices, have vegan insoles made with castor oil, and for every pair sold, Cariuma plants two trees. Plus, just look at those chic sneaks in not one, but both of Pantone’s 2021 colours of the year.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Le Creuset Stoneware Teapot and Mug – Any time you’re having tea is the happiest hour of the day, but there’s always room for more cheer. Brighten your brew by preparing and serving it in these timeless Le Creuset designs dressed up in sunny yellow, and made from scratch-resistant, easy-cleaning enamelled stoneware that thermoregulates to keep your cuppa toasty-warm without burning your fingers.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Bedside Essentials Pocket – If we had a dollar for every minute spent looking for the remote control… This essentials felt pouch is ideal for keeping your couch- or bedside essentials handy, in an aesthetically pleasing display, no less. Store your million gadgets, chargers, accessories, books or anything else that’s somehow simultaneously cluttering your space yet invisible whenever you need it. What’s more, this organiser’s minimal aesthetic will blend in with your home decor, whatever your style.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Klean Kanteen Reusable Water Bottle – In the global crusade against plastic pollution, each of us must play our part; breaking the habit of buying water in single-use PET bottles is a good place to start. The Classic 27oz (800ml) stainless steel water bottle from UK brand Klean Kanteen makes the choice even easier, with a sleek design suitable for every possible adventure, not to mention a cutting-edge Klean Coat™ finish that promises to be ultra-durable and chip-resistant. This is the real deal for anyone looking to drink responsibly.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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CLIP.BIKE – We all know that swapping four wheels for two is one of the best ways to reduce our carbon footprint. But certainly not the easiest. No one wants to arrive at their destination sweaty and out of breath, and not everyone can shell out big bucks for a fancy new e-bike. So, what if you could keep your old bike, but have your e-power, too? This Brooklyn-based start-up has devised a portable propulsion device that simply clips onto the front fork of any bicycle, instantly transforming it into an e-bike with a range of up to 24 kilometres. And it’ll even look sleek while it’s recharging on your desk. (Shipping is currently only available within the US, with plans to expand internationally.)
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Multifunctional Dumbbell And Barbells – Get pumped to pump iron with this two-in-one set of weights that can convert from dumbbells to barbells and back again in a jiffy. Space-saving for small abodes, safe with no-slip grips, and versatile for lifting up to 30kg, this is a one-stop-shop for building muscle and toning up at home. The upbeat yellow hues are a welcome bonus.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Natural Felt Merino Wool Desk Mats – Did you know that productivity levels increase by 80% when you feel comfortable in your work space? Okay, we just made that up, but it seems like it could be true! Add some cosy to your work corner with this soft grey desk mat made with real Merino wool that will instantly enhance your office area with warmth and textural style. Classy and practical, just the way we like it.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Sonny Pot – Now that we’ve all mastered the art of indoor gardening after a full year of working from home (and schooling from home, and dining from home, and entertaining ourselves from home…), it’s time to add a new colour to complement our million shades of green. This terracotta clay pot is sure to provide another level of levity to our house plant babies with its soft yellow shade. The handcrafted finish is just the cherry on top for a rustic, earthy aesthetic.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Chuck Baby Play Mat– Your super-stylish friend just had a baby? Then this plush playmat is the perfect gift. It’ll keep elephants and teddies out of their carefully designed living room, but is still cute and comfy for baby. One side sports a white, yellow and grey geometric print, while the other is a lush grey velvet.
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In Living Colour: 20 Must-Haves In The Pantone Colours Of 2021.
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Sun Song by Louis Vuitton – It can be hard to keep a sunny disposition in the dead of winter, so why not import a little bit of summer? Created by Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, Sun Song is a melody of vivacious orange blossom and zestful lemon, with musky undertones for a full and long-lasting fragrance. The bottle design by Californian artist Alex Israel completes the scent experience, and it can be refilled at any Louis Vuitton store with a perfume fountain.
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