Le Creuset Brings Back Berry, One of Its Most Popular Colorways | Eater
"After disappearing in 2019, Berry has been resurrected in a limited U.S. re-release, glazing three popular styles: the 4.5-quart Signature Round Dutch Oven, 6.75-quart Signature Oval Dutch Oven, and 3.5-quart Signature Braiser. Berry’s back, baby! And better than ever. If the internet is any indication, Berry is a clear fan favorite: a U.S.-based Redditer recounted using an overseas personal shopper to snag a pot in Hong Kong, and a commenter on the same post remarked they had no idea it was ever even available in the States, assuming it was an exclusive colorway for the Japan market. The hue itself is described in vivid, sensory terms: it is not muted and not particularly soft — certainly not "safe" — reading distinctly warm, with a chintzy gold backbone and tannic juiciness that can make the mouth water; halfway up the pot the violet-magenta gradient fades briefly to Pepto pink before resolving in a pale blush, a progression the writer likens to a satisfying key change and even teases could encroach upon Shallot territory. Set against recent brown-driven picks (Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate, Dunn-Edwards’ Caramelized, and Behr’s Rumors), and with Mocha Mousse said to "nurture us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort," this revival takes a different tack: "bring on the juice!" — a wine-stain-on-the-carpet, moment-of-unbridled-fun shade that feels like a beloved old sweater pulled from the archives, a lipstick stain left by grandma, and a reminder to let your hair down. The relaunch is available for a limited time across the U.S.; the piece closes with playful, practical suggestions — make mac and cheese or a pot of spicy chocolate fondue, pull out the Crayola 24-pack and a sketch pad — and reach for the color that makes your mouth water most." - Nat Belkov
