Get the hottest pots Fresh colors give classic silhouettes a bold, contemporary look by Sharon Cohoon
photo by E. Spencer Toy
Daring curves An ancient form gets recast in irresistible hues. Oil jars from Bauer Pottery Company in a range of colors (three sizes from 12 in.; from $120; 888/213-0800).
photo by E. Spencer Toy
Orange punch Inspired by mid-century master lensman Julius Shulman. Julius pot in tangelo from Potted (two sizes from 11½ in.; from $89; 323/665-3801).
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Retro chic This stylish '50s shape remains cutting-edge today. Retro Bullet containers in tangerine and turquoise from Potted (15½-in. planter comes with stand; three heights from 16 in.; from $159; 323/665-3801).
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Bargain basic A rolled-rim cylinder is the most elemental container you'll find. Skogsbär stoneware cachepot from Ikea (two sizes from 4¾ in.; from $1).
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Modern jug Functional and glamorous — perfect for outdoor bouquets. Chartreuse Rebekah
vase from Bauer Pottery Company (two sizes from 18 in.; from $250; 888/213-0800).
