Pop That!

So this morning I was watching the Today show and what really caught my attention was the fashion segment about an up and coming trend. The Today Show's, Jill Martin, introduced another trend taking over the runways, neon coloring. What a great way to look toward sunny days --- they're coming :)

Bringing life to an outfit can be as easy as adding that luminous pop of color. Pinks, greens, yellows, oranges, blues, purples, anything bright and loud is what stands out. There are so many different ways to incorporate this trend.

*Little Black Dress --- add a neon belt, shoes, or clutch. And don't be afraid to mix and match... how cute!



* A neutral outfit --- amp it up with an outstanding bag



*Bright shoes are always a guaranteed standout!

* Nail polish is another sudle, yet great way to make a statement.



Yellow is Mello NO MORE!

Yellow is this season's color, especially for handbags. And it's not one specific shade of yellow, which is perfect because not everyone can be the same. It's a wide span that many are becoming attracted to. Mustard, canary, dandelion, lemon and even neon are all this season's yellow favorites. Here are a few of my favorites that I found throughout spring's collections...

Bottega Veneta - Medium Shoulder Bag



Prada - Mustard Yellow Handbag



Phillip Lim - Pastel Yellow Bag



Hermes Birkin - Hello Kitty Togo Leather Bag, Yellow



Nina Ricci - Yellow Handbag



Express



Forever 21 - Mustard Tote


 

Tory Burch - Yellow Leather Chained Clutch


 

There's so many... I can't pick just one! Which is your fav?

Spring into Color Blocking

Spring is not far away and what better way to welcome it, than to dress in seaon's most vibrant colors. Color blocking, the technique of mixing contrasting, yet complimentary, bright and bold colors, is taking over the runways this season. Color blocking is achieved by mixing anywhere between two and four colors, you don't want to over do it!

Picking the colors:
If you're new to this trend and have no idea where to start, there is a method to picking the perfect combo of colors to create this trendy look. When using the color wheel, you must first select a color that you wish to be your main focus. Then from that color, draw an equilateral triangle (one with 3 equal sides), to determine the colors that will play up your focal. For example, if my main color were yellow, I would draw the triangle to connect yellow to blue and red (or orange).

Some other great color combos are...

-yellow, green, and blue

-orange, purple, and teal

-blue, bright pink, and white

How to Dress for Color Success:

If you're just a beginner and not so sure if you're brave enough to go 'rainbow bright' right away, it's best to ease your way into things. Don't be afraid to use neutrals (grey, black, white, ivory, nude, navy) to play up the look. Start by pairing a bright top with a neutral skirt or pair of pants. Once you've mastered this and feel comfortable, take it to the next level by adding another color. Maybe wear a neutral shirt with a bright colored skirt and a rich blazer. You can amp it up by adding colored accessories such as jewelry or a belt.

*** An important thing to remember is that you never want to wear too many bright colors together. Never wear all neons!Mix one bright, with a bold and a neutral. That's always a sure success!

Pre-color blocking can also be bought. Many designers are now constructing dresses which combine three colors of the same material or are making shirts which block colors. This is an easy win!

Great Examples of Successful Color Blocking:

Color Block Ponte Knit Dress - $88

I love this outfit! So cute :)

Now that you've learned the ropes, go out and have fun my friends. Pay a visit to your favorite store, grab some fun colored clothes and go crazy in the dressing room. Test your comfort limits, maybe even surpass them? Tell me friends, what looks did you find or create?