I know what you’re thinking, “Neon colors are not for me!” Or “They look fun, but I couldn’t possibly wear them to the office.” You’re right! Eye-popping neon colors are not for everyone, but I’m here to tell you to not cross yourself off the list just yet. Some people who are afraid of wearing neon but still have a love for it will look at putting it in places where they can express their neon heart. For example, there are neon signs by Neon Mama and other shops like it, where people can buy a whole myriad of neon signs which they can adorn their home with so when they get back from wearing their all-black attire they can step into a home filled with the brightness they reflect inside. However, you don’t have to hide it in your home always.
It may surprise you to discover just how flattering neon colors are to wear. The color may seem odd to some, but there may be tons of shades, hues, and weird colors (click here to know about some of the Weirdest Colors) out there that they might not have seen before. Also, there could also be an endless number of colors out there just waiting to be discovered and can go with your outfits perfectly. Coming back, it is rare to find a skin tone that is not enlivened and refreshed while sporting these extremely bright, brilliant colors. The way light reflects off each neon color back onto your skin is dazzling.
All you need is a touch of these vivid colors in an outfit to make them work. Neon colors are a great way to begin transitioning your fall/winter outfits into springtime looks. Start by adding a little color to your everyday outfit and you are set!
If I haven’t won you over yet, just know you can easily apply the same styling tricks (below) with Spring‘s other popular color palettes, brights and pastels.
Image credit, clockwise from top left: Kimberly Taylor Ibiza Top $250, available at Shopbop; Theory Gabe Blazer $395 and Max C Pants $265, available at Bloomingdales; Classiques Entier Tahlia Weave Pencil Skirt $148, available at Nordstrom; Ralph Lauren Collection Cynthia Wool Pants $1100, available at Net-A-Porter.
Image credit, clockwise from top left: Express Painted Buckle Skinny Belt $22.90, available at Express; Aubin & Wills Emmerson Cardigan $135, available at Net-A-Porter; Donna Ricco Jersey Sheath Dress $118, available at Nordstrom; Citizens of Humanity Ava Straight Leg Jeans $339, available at MyTheresa.
Image credit, clockwise from top left: Bobbi Brown Neons and Nude Collection Lip Glosses $23 each, available at Bobbi Brown; Crumpet Cashmere Cardigan $760, $364.80 plus more goods all available at Net-A-Porter.
Here is a video clip of makeup artist, Bobbi Brown, on the Today Show demonstrating the best ways to wear neon makeup. The women look beautiful and her tips are outstanding!
Have I inspired you to take the plunge and try wearing neon colors? If so, be sure to let me know, in the comments section below, all about your experience. Was it what you thought it would be?
Top image credit: The Cambridge Satchel Company, The Fluoro Satchel 105, available at The Cambridge Satchel Company.