Browsing the latest issue of Better Homes and Gardens, I noticed an homage to orange. "Cozy orange," they said, "combines the heat of red with the cheerfulness of yellow. Use it wherever you need a burst of creative energy." As long as you don't pair it with black, you'll avoid the Halloween "curse."

Orange paint livens up an office or bedroom, and choosing a shade with some brown in it will tone down the "shock factor." Plus, there's a trend this year towards orange bedding. Start with a pillow or a throw.

Check out this orange floral throw pillow, a retro wall clock, and a super-hip table lamp from celebrity designer Jonathan Adler.

Speak of Adler, he's a big fan of using orange to spice up home decor. I recommend you re-visit last October's post on his fabulous 10 Commandments of Chic Design.