Bright Ideas

Bright neon colors had a huge presence on the 2011 Spring/Summer runways.  Luckily, designers today are getting it right and these rainbow hues look much different than they did in the 1980’s! The combination of sleek design and neon color is feeling, oh-so-chic!  While Spring and Summer brides may not be asking their maids to wear electric blue- that doesn’t mean these vibrant colors cannot find their way onto your registry or bridesmaid gift list!   Take a look at some of these bright ideas for fun ways to use neon this season!

1)      Your bridesmaids are sure to love the Mercer Street Mini Lacey by Kate Spade- This yellow wallet is sure to brighten their darkest day.  Not to mention this gift is very functional!

2)      Jil Sander has always been an advocate for bright hues, so it is no surprise her Spring/Summer runway looks got extra attention this year.  Wear this Jil Sander look with your favorite bauble necklace to an engagement party, shower, or even your rehearsal dinner! Then, wear it again on your honeymoon with a simple white tank.  If Jil Sander prices don’t fit into your budget- BCBG’s Sofia Pleated Full-Length Skirt is a more affordable option. I have the BCBG version and I have been living in it!

3)      Love entertaining? Put this Dom Perignon Champagne Cooler by Marc Newson on your wish-list!  This cooler was the first creation from Dom Perignon Designers' Studio. Marc Newson reinterpreted the iconic Dom Perignon bottle into a monolithic, neon green cooler.

4)      Add some color to your walls and turn your engagement or wedding pictures into pop art!  MyDavinci.com, PopArtWorks.com, AllPopArt.com all offer this service. 

5)      Pack these Ray-Ban sunglasses for your honeymoon.  The bright colors in the collection are so fun, and the classic cat eye shape looks great on almost every face! 

6)      Not your momma’s kitchen- KitchenAid has added some style to their standup mixer.  Your registry just got a little more exciting! 

-a.e.h.