By Woman's Day Staff
bright home and wardrobe accessories
Brighten Up Your Day
Make a splash this summer with these 13 brightly hued bargains for your home and wardrobe. Photo credit: Factory Direct, Lulu's, All The Rage, PetCo, Sur la Table
Mood Lighting
Hang a few from the trees for stylish outdoor dining. Catalina Cove Floral Paper Lantern, $6.95; Pier1.com for stores. Photo credit: Pier 1
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Pare It Down
This paring knife's nonstick blade and sturdy handle make for controlled cutting. The sheath protects blade and fingers when you're done. Kuhn Rikon Nonstick Paring Knives, $12 each; FactoryDirect2You.com. Photo credit: Factory Direct
Colors of the Rainbow
A simple way to add a shot of color (every one in the rainbow, in fact) to your basics. Multi Color Thread Wrap Bangle, $13; AlltheRageOnline.com. No longer available. Photo credit: All the Rage
Strap Yourself In
Forget the flip-flops. For a few dollars more, you can snag stylish gladiator sandals with cushioned insoles. City Classified Tada Loopy Strapped Thong Sandals, $19; Lulus.com. Photo credit: Lulu's
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By the Gallon
Iced tea, anyone? This pretty jug keeps a gallon at the ready so you can chill out on steamy days. Coral Stripe Beverage Dispenser, $5.99; at Target stores. Photo credit: Target
I Scream, You Scream
An ergonomically designed handle and metal edges that slice through frozen ice cream, for the perfect scoop every time. Zyliss Right Scoop, $12.99; Amazon.com. Photo credit: Amazon.com
Canine Design
Your pooch will be one hot dog when you walk her with this designer canvas-and-grosgrain leash. Jonathan Adler Dog Leash, $19.99; UnleashedbyPetCo.com for stores. Photo credit: PetCo
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Throw It On
Pillow perfection: durable and easy-to-clean fabric in cheerful prints. jcp Home Outdoor Oasis Butterfly and Ikat Pillows, $13 each; at jcpenney stores. Photo credit: jcp
Feeling Blue
An everyday canvas tote that doubles as your beach bag. Blue Crush Shopper, $19.99; Payless.com. Photo credit: Payless
Pretty in Pink
A fun but pulled-together summer look: these tailored shorts with a crisp white button-down shirt. Merona for Target Chino Short in Purple/Pink Print, $17.99; Target.com. Photo credit: Target
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Sun Blocker
Your chic new fair-weather friend. Colorblock Straw Floppy Hat, $10.80; Dots.com for stores. Photo credit: Dots.com
Splash of Color
Guests at your next backyard bash will love the colors. You'll love that these 12-oz cups won't break. Acrylic Tumblers, $19.95 for 4; SurlaTable.com. Photo credit: Sur la Table
Touch of the East
Place a candle inside this Moroccan-inspired lantern-instant centerpiece! Casablanca 18" Lantern in Lemon, $14.95; ZGallerie.com. Photo credit: Z Gallerie
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