Refreshing and robust, this ripe-off-the-rind hue is unmistakably its namesake. The range of tone varies from sweet to striking, like the ombre of a fresh-seeded slice with saturation stretching from a deliciously mellow singsong mood to a vibrantly punchy pop, like the prized pick of the patch. Comfortably convivial and brimming with a come-hither sense of hospitality, this maverick melon marries synchronously with nature’s pairings of spearmint, deep hunter green, and olive notes. Warm sandy beiges, coral-toned blush, and deep berries muddle nicely in analogous pairings. All the while, sea-spray aquamarines or jolts of cerulean reinvigorate, and citrusy chartreuse, cantaloupe, and cardamom create an earthy, anchored atmosphere. All offer a restorative and revitalizing interior palate cleanse that’s worth a try for any taste.
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Pierre Frey Arty / to the trade / pierrefrey.com
Oomph Newport Lantern / $3,500 / oomphhome.com
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Design Within Reach Sam Son Chair / $795 / dwr.com