Guest Picks: 20 Ice Buckets for Holiday Entertaining
Keep bubbly cool and drinks refreshed with a stylish ice caddy on hand
Even though it's still October, the entertaining season is right around the corner. In just a few weeks we'll be kicking off holiday parties that will fill our calendars through to New Year's.
To get you in the party-planning mood I've rounded up an essential element of your entertaining arsenal: the ice bucket. It can add a splash of style to your holiday bar cart and make it a little easier for guests to mix something up for themselves while you're busy in the kitchen! Here are 20 of my favorites. — Kate from DomestiKated Life
To get you in the party-planning mood I've rounded up an essential element of your entertaining arsenal: the ice bucket. It can add a splash of style to your holiday bar cart and make it a little easier for guests to mix something up for themselves while you're busy in the kitchen! Here are 20 of my favorites. — Kate from DomestiKated Life
Mars Party Tub
Here's a modern way to store ice and drinks for larger parties. Tuck a few bottles into the red powder-coated metal tub and let your guests serve themselves.
Green Ice Bucket
This green ice bucket has a vintage feel with the brass detailing but lends a modern pop of green to your bar. It would look perfect mixed with oranges and browns at Thanksgiving or red tones at Christmas.
Red Plaid Ice Bucket
The retro red plaid on this ice bucket gives it a nostalgic feel that would fit in great with rustic decor or a preppy Christmas event.
Bleaker Bar Ice Bucket
The Bleaker Bar ice bucket is a balance of tradition and modernity. The simple shape and touch of metal make it an elegant piece of barware.
Gold Ice Bucket and Glass Caddy from Twinkle Star Crafts and Vintage
This ice bucket and glasses caddy looks like it was plucked from the set of Mad Men. It'll add a major splash of glamour to your bar.
Vintage Ice Bucket from Flying Ace Vintage
Finished in a denim exterior and a topped with a bright yellow handle, this ice bucket is full of whimsy. It's a great piece to mix with an industrial or modern design aesthetic; the dash of kitsch will make it pop in its setting.
Anchor Hocking Milk Glass Ice Bucket from Shifting Years
White milk glass is a timeless classic, and this hobnail patterned ice bucket is no exception. The texture adds interest to the simple shape and clean color.
Cheers Ice Bucket
With its festive gold lettering, this ice bucket looks like it was made to serve champagne on New Year's Eve.
Monogrammed Stainless Steel Ice Bucket With Tongs
Adding a monogram to this classic stainless steel ice bucket will make it an heirloom to be passed down through the family. It's a timeless shape with simple banding for interest.
Personalized Ice Bucket
A more modern take on the personalized ice bucket. You can choose from dozens of options for monogramming and colors with these lucite versions.
Ice Bucket
For a bit of Hollywood Regency style you could bring in an animal print ice bucket with matching lucite handle and tongs.
Black Kromex Ice Bucket
Faux crocodile and wood combine for a masculine look that also has a some major glamour.
Lucite Ice Bucket
Sometimes a bar needs a pop of color and life amid all those clear glasses and liquids. This lucite ice bucket has bright tones and patterns to make it a stand-out piece.
Black & White Bar Accessories
The ice bucket is just one element of the bar, so you might want to consider investing in a matching set of bar tools too. The ice bucket featured here has an inlaid black and white design and matches the cocktail shaker, wine cooler and mixing tools.
Top Hat Ice Bucket
It's always good to have a piece in your decor with a bit of humor, and this top hat–shaped ice bucket has that element. It's a fun piece that is balanced by its sleek, cool styling.
Orrefors 'Street" Ice Bucket
Nothing is more luxe than crystal barware. The grid pattern and strong lines make this a very masculine piece that has a big impact.
Carillon Silver Pineapple Ice Bucket
Pineapples are a symbol of welcome, so it's an appropriate shape for this hinged ice bucket as you use it to entertain guests. It has an antique look that will add a richness to your tablescape.
Elsa Peretti Thumbprint Ice Bucket
Made out of silver, this ice bucket is the epitome of a clean, timeless shape and is perfect for bringing out to celebrate special occasions.
Wishing Well Ice Bucket
For a more country-inspired look, this ice bucket is modeled after a rustic pail but in heavy-duty stoneware.
Colin Cowie Ice Bucket with Stainless Tongs
The touch of gold rimming makes this ice bucket look like a million bucks — without the hefty price tag. It's an affordable alternative that still packs a lot of style.
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