Think outside the gold and silver box when adding metallic accents to your home. The warmth and luster of copper, in both polished and bronzed tones, works with both neutral and colorful, traditional and modern decor. The metal especially makes a statement against bright whites and darker navys or blacks. Try copper pendants for a touch of warmth and shine in a kitchen, industrial bronzed copper in a stool, a hammered copper bowl on a tabletop, a pair of copper mule mugs on a bar. This round copper tray from Williams-Sonoma ($180) would look beautiful on a coffee table with a leafy green plant and accessories and could also be used as a showstopping display for bite-sized treats the next time you entertain.
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