The holidays are approaching, and so begins the season of lively gatherings, many of which involve cocktails! Also emerging this season is a stunning set of product photographs featuring new barware offerings from top brands. What are the main trends in glassware and bar tools" And how can you use them to create a welcoming, stylish atmosphere at home this holiday" Read on and discover new products for cocktail hour, a series of beautiful photos, and loads of design inspiration…Copper and BeyondThere’s no denying that brass has been going strong in the realm of barware. There’s nothing more stunning than gold-toned bar accessories against a grey backdrop, as shown in this vignette from CB2:Gold-toned barware from CB2RELATED: Festive Barware for Fall EntertainingBut just as enticing as gold-toned shine is the glint of copper. In fact, the copper glow is alive and well this season! Designed by Ceci Thompson, CB2’s Copper Bar Cart features clean lines and tempered glass shelves:Copper bar cart from CB2Copper finishes can be found on items ranging from carts to cocktail supplies. This Copper Bar Set from Williams-Sonoma features a cocktail shaker, double jigger, strainer and ice tongs:Copper bar items from Williams-SonomaEven the smallest of accessories have been bitten by the copper bug. Below we see Crate & Barrel’s Kikkerland Vintage Copper Bottle Opener, followed by a set of copper-plated stainless steel straws from Urban Outfi...