The hotlist: A dash of red for your decor

The colour red is not just for Christmas. Here are some striking accents that will spice up your interior, whatever the time of year.

Baby Our Fire rouge. Courtesy Thierry Peureux, Baccarat

Fancy flame

You can’t go wrong with a bit of Baccarat. The Baby Our Fire ­candleholder is designed by Philippe Starck, and is a pared-down version of his iconic Our Fire candlestick. It’ll introduce an immediate touch of class to any interior.

• Baby Our Fire candleholder, price on request, Baccarat, The Dubai Mall and Wafi Mall, Dubai

Showstopper

Granted, it’s a bit of a bold move, but if handled properly, a red sofa can make a stunning addition to your living space. Set it against a monochromatic colour scheme for maximum impact.

• Red sofa, Dh9,600, Atmosphere Furnishings, Al Wasl Road, Dubai

Scarlet stem

A pretty flute in postbox red will add a touch of style to any table setting. At Dh35, this engraved glass version from Zara Home is also a bit of a steal.

•Engraved glass flute, Dh35, Zara Home stores across the UAE

Candy stripes

These floral napkins, from Zara Home, may look festive because of their red-and-white colour scheme, but they’ll make a pretty addition to your table setting whatever the occasion. Use with simple white tableware or you’ll run the risk of seriously overdoing it.

• Napkins, Dh79, Zara Home stores across the UAE

Tactical light

If you’re looking for a single pop of colour in a contemporary- styled design scheme, this Tulip lamp will do the trick nicely. Made from an advanced form of polythene called Poleasy, the lamp can be used indoors and out.

• Tulip lamp, Dh2,950, Fiore Rosso, Mushrif Mall, Abu Dhabi, and Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai