This summer, the new kid on the Fiestaware block is the spicy Paprika. It continues on the trend of deep, warm colors that Homer Laughlin has been offering. While there are already colors in the red and orange pallet, Paprika seems as it will mix well with the two prior Fiesta offerings, Lemongrass (2009), Ivory (2008). and Chocolate (2008) of the past two years.
I have not seen the product in person–or more properly “in dish”–so I do not know if the color varies slightly from the photo. However, the color in print reminds me of a variation of the old Fiesta Red. Not the OLD old uranium red, but a spicer, less orange peel version of the post WWII orange Fiesta Red.
Paprika will hit the shelves and websites around June 20th. The color will first be available in five and four piece place settings in the traditional shape and in 3 piece square sets. Suggested retail is between $40-48 for the sets. (P.S.: Fiestaware and other Homer Laughlin China is proudly made in the United States. All dinnerware is lead free.)
