Wednesday, March 16, 2011

The Bright Stuff (See Jane Color)

If anyone's guilty of overdoing one color palette, it's me.  In winter, I'm all about blacks and greys; during spring, I'm obsess with tans, light pinks, and camel palettes.  I like a pop of color once in a while, but my short-term plan is to start incorporating brights into my wardrobe.  I'm truly inspired by all you bloggers out there (and Anna Dell Russo, of course) and how you manage to wear color so well.  I'd like to start my journey outside my comfort zone by pledging to buy a super-bright clutch and also by going back to get those $10 red pants at H&M I tried on last week (unfortunately, they didn't have my size at that store or within a 60 mile radius--but I will find them!).

37 comments:

christine donee said...

I love that topshop coral dress! I know what my shopping of the week is going to be! :)

Style-Pursuit said...

Haha! Great minds think alike! I've got a similar post prepared for today... :o) Totally different picks, though!

x

Kim said...

Love it, such a fun colorful mix! Would definitely want nr. 1,3,9,7 and 5!

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AmyW said...

I pre-ordered those Nine West sandals in black and tan, but I've been thinking about switching to the red and orange - ahh and I still have to wait until the end of April to get either one!

Collette Osuna said...

LOVE the colorblock heels....fabulous!

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Styles 'n Cream said...

I was just thinkinbg the same how I need some bright colors in my spring wardrobe. My winter and spring wardrobes are the same color palettes as yours. The trick is wearing bright colors to the office and I think the key there is a little bit goes a long way - an accessory or just a blouse will go a long way.

Accessories. Please. said...

I all about embracing the bright colors this spring. It is just so much fun to walk around in a red dress with orange sandals!!!!

RosaLovesDC said...

That blouse!!!!
If you are looking for red pants, I found a pair of skinny red jeans at forever 21 and I love them...
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=btms_jeans&product_id=2000005314&page=1&trend=&fit=&pgCount=25

Closet Fashionista said...

LOVE it!! I really need to add color to my wardrobe, I dress so darkly, haha
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IntoxicatedChameleon said...

Ah-Mazing! I love how the colors burst into life! Good luck in your quest to brighten up your closet! ;)

Cassie Lee said...

I am going to incorporate some color in my wardrobe too--starting with baby steps, accessories first!

PursuitOfLLT said...

i'm with you! i wear neutrals a lot and have to bring in a pop of color when i can. i usually like to do it with a clutch, scarf or cardigan.

Nicole Marie said...

so excited for spring and all the color that's going on! i need that necklace and bag!

Alicia said...

I need those neon bow earrings! SO fun!

Kirstin@CrimsonRosella said...

Oh gosh, that top shop coral dress is amazing. I love the accordian pleats on it!

Meggy said...

Looooove those Nine West heels. So very much.

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Taylor said...

OMG - We seriously did the same post today - WE EVEN HAVE THE SAME EARRING POSTED!!! Great minds think alike, a neon clutch is in my future too! ;)

TrophyBoutique said...

Coral dress? Yellow shorts? Yes, please.

Miranda said...

Totally digging all the bight colors for spring! These are lovely selections.

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Caroline said...

I love number 1 and 7. Great finds!

Lynzy said...

I am obsessed with those Nine West sandals, but the last time I checked they had sold out of my size :(

Kara said...

Yay for color! Love the pink flats and the yellow shorts (and of course those cute neon bow earrings!).

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Kayla said...

I am obsessed with adding color into my life this spring. Too many neutrals are dragging me down.

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Valerie said...

I'm loving all the brights out right now and especially loving bright yellow and orange. Those pink flats are also really cute!

FRANKIE HEARTS FASHION said...

ahhhh...I will take one of everything! Especially loving those flats. xo

this free bird said...

#9, #9, #9!! So many great things here to consider :)

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C

Ana said...

I love that top shop blouse!
xoxo
Ana,

Josie said...

I love that Marc Jacobs bag! Super cute. I also need to incorporate some bright shades into my wardrobe, especially since I've been emphasizing neutrals and blush shades for spring as well.
xo Josie
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Julie and Lauren said...

I love those Sigerson Morrison flats! I'm sure the red pants are adorable : )
Xox

Jammer said...

Oh I'm same way with color! I'm all about the neutrals, so I'm attempting to gradually incorporate it into my wardrobe more and more.

Amber's Notebook said...

You are going to make me all jealous when you start rocking color!! You are going to look just fab in color!
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Collections said...

Love the aldo necklace.

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TheChambrayCountess said...

I love your picks! I wish the MJ bag was in my budget, but I love the necklace and it is in the budget- yea!

Jamie said...

I am obsessed with color for spring! Loving that bag!

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Allie said...

Need that pleat dress.
xx Allie

Elizabeth said...

Just ordered those bow earrings a few days ago, I can't wait to get them!

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