I admit, I used to hate red, but it’s undeniably the color of the season. Blame the duchess. I’m kind of excited, though! What better color to bring you into holiday party season and carry you right through Valentine’s Day?

Some of the season’s prettiest pieces in the color of love…

BHLDN, Express, Anthropologie

Kate Spade, Longchamp, Express

This year, red is most definitely being accessorized with warm tones, like gold and brown, instead of the usual black.

Christian Louboutin, BHLDN, Christian Louboutin

But don’t count black out! There are plenty of ways to incorporate it in fun, girly ways!

Anthropologie, Kate Spade, Express

Still not a fan? Start small with little touches.

Kate Spade, Kate Spade, Forever 21

And just because…