I’ve been seriously wanting to add more neon hues to more wardrobe ever since I saw Miu, Miu, Christian Dior and Burberry Prorsum, among others, send gloriously bright pops of color down their spring runways. And let’s not forget about how gorgeous Claire Danes looked last night in her Barbie worthy Calvin Klein Golden Globes gown!
Would I wear head to toe neon like I proudly sported in the 80s? Probably not…But I would totally add a carefully selected neon piece to my ensemble in an effort to inject a little fun into my look, especially if we’re talkin’ about a goin’ out look! Is neon something y’all would consider rockin’ yourselves or does it bring back too many bad memories of scrunch socks?
BCBG Max Azria Strapless Cocktail Dress
Jimmy Choo Candy Acrylic Clutch at Net-A-Porter
Old Navy Mohair Blend Cardigan {BonBon Deal of the Day Worthy at $9.97}
Forever 21 Striped Heart Top {BonBon Deal of the Day worthy at $14.80}
La Mer Collections Silver Round Watch in Neon Pink at Singer 22
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Fun pics! I like the neon trend too…paired with neutrals, it’s not too scary!
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Very true! I particularly adore pairing neon colours with whites, neutrals and greys . It just give an outfit a fun, unexpected & edgy quality! Great finds by the way. I have a similar long cardi to the Old Navy one you’ve pictured and I love it
xo ShoeTease
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i totally agree! i have a neon yellow cardi that i always get compliments on
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I am going to have to go with small doses of neon.
I already did the head to toe thing in the 80′s LOL
I do love a pop of it though, have a sweater and a scarf already, might want to add a watch now!
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I adore bright colors, these are fantastic.
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woah the hot pink cardigan is amazing!
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Kristin, some good picks and deals. Hope you had a good weekend!
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I can do the pink. Not so sure about the other colors.
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Claire did look incredible last night! I do love me some neon….I like the eye popping color it adds to any outfit. xo
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I would totally wear that first dress! The Neon green I might have some issues with tho! hehe =P
Melanie’s Randomness
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Très jolie robe… Je l’aime beaucoup. Bisous.
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January 19th, 2011 at 11:14 pm
@Martine Alison, What’s your blog URL again lovely lady?
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Must. Have. That. Dress. OMG.
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That Jimmy Cho clutch made my eyes cry.
But I love that BCBG dress. I’d wear it. Oh yeah. I would.
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I feel totally the same way. Like the neon but too afraid to add. I like the idea of adding a few neon pieces. Like that top from F21 over black bottoms. Funny when in pink the neon doesn’t look too screaming. But yellow and green are a whole other story. And don’t get me started on orange neon!
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Love the title of your post. I totally agree! I have a neon-ish green sleeveless blouse that I wear with my pencil skirts that always gets tons of compliments! Love it!
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Great neon tutorial! Love all the picks.
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Looks like you’ve got a little neon Honeysuckle action here today.
I could totally do that Old Navy cardigan or the watch–cute!
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Love that watch!
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I so agree Kristin, Claire Danes did look fabulous in her neon pink. She has such a glow about her and then for her to wear that incredible color she must of lit up the room?! Good examples for us to wear neon without looking like we are walking bingo parlor markers!
Happy Monday to you ladies..eeek!! xo
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I would do accessory accent. : )
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That dress is perfect. And I wouldn’t mind adding a neon belt to my wardrobe, like the ones from Burberry.
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LOVE the dress! I can rock neon so much better in the spring and summer … and that dress would FIT RIGHT IN! Something about neon reiminds me of clear colorful popsicles and happy summer days after all of the winter boots and gloves!
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Love it! I have a neon pink cardigan that I wear every once in a while. I do miss all of the 80′s neon, glad to see it’s making a comeback.
Have a terrific week!
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I’m all for adding a shot of neon to my wardrobe! Love that pretty BCBG dress and that La Mer watch is to die for!
xo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com
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I love the idea of just incorporating small accents of neon into a look (that Jimmy Choo clutch for example – which is awesome!).
xoxo ~ Courtney
http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com
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Sooo pretty! Yay for bright colors!
I need more bright stuff…haha
http://aclosetfashionista.blogspot.com/
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oooh! I love them all, especially the La Mer watch!
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My cousin convinced me to buy this awesome hot pink dress to wear to her wedding. It is hanging in my closet as my after baby body inspiration haha
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I agree! In fact I love Neon. If worn correctly they add the right spark to any outfit
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I love neon, especially when paired with grey. JCrew had some great neons t’s and tanks last year.
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Love the neon yellow of the Jimmy Choo clutch!
~Giselle
http://www.machinewashwarm.blogspot.com
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Sigh. I love neon. Or “Day-Glo” as I think of it.
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I love neon! That first dress is amazing!
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I love neon!! Really brightens up my day in the winter season.
http://artfashiontwentysomething.blogspot.com
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Happy Monday!!!
Let me jump on the Claire Danes band wagon TWO thumbs up!!!
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Love love love the dress and the sweater!
Bisous,
Rachel
lovealamode.wordpress.com
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Personally, I love a little neon in my life. It’s a great accent
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I loved Claire’s look last night as well! I think neon colors are great as long as they are not overdone.
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Loves the neon! I always try to throw some bright color into an all black outfit.
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That first dress? Perfection!
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I thought Claire Danes looked amazing last night too! I really love that Old Navy cardigan. I can’t believe how cheap it is!!
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This makes me believe that summer is actually coming!! Lets get rid of this freezing cold weather!
xo Lynzy
http://sparklingfootsteps.blogspot.com
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I think one neon item worn with neutrals is great. That Old Navy cardigan is very pretty – and a great buy!
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My 80s neon color was orange. I really wanted it to be pink, but was fine w/my orange.
. I hope ON has some great pieces for spring.The prices are always so right.
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Unfortunately neon still scares me! It’s just too bright for me to handle.
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love this trend (in moderation, of course..) the cardi is awesome. i bought some neon cord at the hardware store and have been trying to decide how to incorporate it into a necklace. think it could be fab with a white/neutral outfit come spring & summer!!!
xx grace
stripesandsequins.com
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I’d sport my 80′s neon! Bring back the hypercolor shirt!
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may be i would wear neon pink, but not green , it would be to flashy x
http://www.thefashionmom.com
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So fun! I’m definitely not a neon girl, but it would be fun to bring pops of it into my rather monochromatic wardrobe. Very adventurous!
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I loved Claire Danes’ look! And paired with the simplicity of the dress…it was killer!
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I am loving these neon picks! I picked up a striped shirt with some skinny neon pink stripes and love it! I had been wearing a pretty monochromatic color scheme lately so it’s nice to add a little pop!
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Neon can actually look great if worn right, I think. That watch is fab!
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Claire Danes looked absolutely gorgeous in that Calvin Klein Collection dress. The color was stunning on her. I have to say that I’m loving that BCBG Max Azria dress you posted too!
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Love that pink color!
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I’d wear either the Max Azria above or Claire Dane’s dress from last night in a heartbeat! I’m excited to wear some Neon this spring. Bring on the bright.
Leaving the House in THIS?!?!
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I love neon! I just got neon pink lipstick!
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Hmm, I tend to stay away from Neon colours, but you posted some great examples of how they can work. I love the cardi.
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As gorgeous as these things are I have some pretty horrid memories of the 80′s that would just be too awful to revisit!
xx
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Wow, that BCBG dress…. my new obsession. Love it.
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I have to admit… I’m a little scared of neon!
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My god, Clare Danes seriously rocked it on Sunday. Best dressed by a mile in my humble opinion. She makes flate-chested girls everywhere feel sexy.
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I love neon, I think it looks great with gray and khaki
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Love neon for the Summer actually going to be doing a post about it too!
great minds think a like
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