Flags often imitate or are influenced by other nations, creating “flag families.” For example, the Netherlands’ red, white and blue flag from the 1500s set a precedent.

Tiffany Boone’s red carpet dress at the Los Angeles premiere of Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King was everything. Her gown included virbant red, blue and yellow colors in a structured silhouette.

23 Red, White, and Blue Foods and Drinks for the Fourth of July and Beyond. Serve up a star-spangled spread this Independence Day with an appropriate (and delicious) color scheme.