Eight Red Homewares To Buy for an Unexpected Splash of Colour

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From classic rouge shades to more subtle crimson washes, red is everywhere right now. These pieces offer the perfect pop.

Words by Alice Jeffery · Updated on 14 Aug 2024 · Published on 09 Aug 2024

The “ unexpected red ” theory suggests that even a hint of the titular colour can totally transform a space. The power lies in the ability for the hue to draw the eye directly to the object of desire. Sometimes red elements exist alongside complementary or contrasting colours. But they can also be used to make a statement among neutrals. The brilliance of this interior trend is that it doesn’t take much to master. Functional pieces of furniture, personality-filled accessories and everyday objects easily become the cherry on top of your home.

Fearon The Chub stool

$550

Fearon’s signature powder-coated pieces come in a rainbow of hues. But the glossy Signal Red shade tickles our brain in an indescribable way. Use it as a side table or an extra seat – you can customise the dimensions or opt for sister shapes if you’re after more surface area.

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Degoey Planet Aphrodite Deux Fois vase

$320

Gingham and red go hand in hand. This handmade vase from Gold Coast ceramics label Degoey Planet applies a classic combination to an unexpected form. Each piece is made to order with a dose of trademark idiosyncrasy. Double down with a red floral arrangement, or let the vessel stand on its own as a style souvenir.

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Hall of Flame XXL taper candles

$24.95

Take fiery hues into more literal territory with Hall of Flame ’s elegant elongated taper candles. Build towering tablescapes or let lone candles stand on a sideboard. Golden holders will amp up the opulence in your space, but you could also use tonal glass sleeves for a compelling installation.

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Mustard Made The Shorty

$229

Colour is both an art and a science for Newcastle-based brand Mustard Made. Its signature metal lockers come awash in pastel and pop hues, including the best-selling Poppy red. The Shorty design makes a great bedside table alternative but can also be used for extra office storage. Choose left or right closure to suit your space.

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Bonnie & Neil enamel teaspoon

$13

Even something as small as a teaspoon can make an impact. This enamel design is coated in a retina-grabbing hue on one side and a brushed brass finish on the other. Layer up your table with similarly saturated shades, or let a single statement spoon dance among more classic cutlery.

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Spicy Tofu Ceramics Chilli incense holder

$35

Add a little spice to your space with this playful porcelain incense holder. Plucked straight from the design vine of Sydney homewares store Hands, in collaboration with Spicy Tofu Ceramics, each handmade piece takes on an organic shape. A single drilled hole cradles your favourite stick of incense to bring warmth into your space.

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Curio Practice Check cushion

$220

Not all cushions are created equal. This merino wool style is made in Melbourne and comes filled with recycled plastic sourced from discarded bottles. There’s no button or zip closure to get in your way while having a snooze on the couch. And you can get a coordinating throw blanket for extra snugness.

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Paola & Joy Cora table lamp

$199

This fluted lampshade with its squiggly metal base delivers subtle vintage vibes. The ruby hue maintains its depth when illuminated by a lightbulb, creating a gentle glow in your room. Its contrasting mustard stand highlights just how powerful the right colour combinations can be.

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Alice Jeffery is a freelance writer and Broadsheet’s former shopping editor.