Sunny Picks

Stella McCartney

Some great pieces in sunny yellow to perk up a gray rainy day.... 

Jil Sander

Proenza Schouler

Marni

J.Crew

Marni Magic

Love the geometric patterns at Marni.  


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Orange Crush

Diane Kruger in Lanvin

It seems like black has taken a backseat to brights on the red carpet lately -- especially this spectrum of orange-y to poppy red shades. (I guess we can be grateful that the celebs can test out the new trends for us.) So far, I think spring's electric hues are looking good. I love the idea of going for such a bold shade at night -- sure to get you noticed! -- especially paired with an equally bold shoe in a different color.

Emma Stone in Lanvin

Blake Lively in Marchesa

Kate Bosworth in Calvin Klein

Orange is the ultimate summer shade -- it looks great with white jeans and shorts (staples), as well as khaki, denim and chambray (and a tan!). have a pair of T-strap Ferragamo sandals in apricot that I wore to death last summer so, I need to find replacements. I almost forgot about my tangerine-y leather Tods tote that I have not used in years. It's super sporty and will be perfect for casual around town days. I also just unearthed a pair of satin ballet flats in the shade that I bought a few years ago and have never worn...will start now (if the snow ever melts!).

 

Rachel Bilson in Burberry

 A fitted cardi in a bright shade would be cute and easy to wear... with just a simple tank or nothing underneath.  Gold jewelry is a superchic accompaniment to bright orange on sunny days -- so layer it on!

And of course an accessory would be the easiest way to get in on the trend without making too much of a statement. Love the Marni rope bracelet!

Tory Burch

Miu Miu

Marni

Simple Statements

Marni necklace

Marni

3.1 Phillip Lim necklace

3.1 Phillip Lim

I've never been a big accessorizer -- preferring always to keep my looks minimal (and easy). Lately, however, I've rediscovered my jewelry box and found that a bold necklace can be a total outfit transformer -- especially with the basic pieces I tend to always wear. Take a white button-up, plain tank, tee, sweater, or a simple shift dress and top it with a statement necklace -- pow! Instant fashion! It's amazing how one piece can have such an impact.

J.Crew

J.Crew

I love the necklaces at J.Crew. They are relatively inexpensive (and often on sale) so, it's not a big commitment and easier to experiment with.  I'm also a big fan of the ribbon necklace -- I can adjust where it hangs depending on the occasion and the neckline and length of my top. I also end up wearing necklaces as belts all the time!

Proenza Schouler

Oscar de la Renta

Oscar de la Renta

Chanel

Chanel

The spring runways showed the variety of ways costume jewelry can amp up a look.  For those of you who are accessory-phobes like I once was, just give a necklace a try -- in different ways with different outfits. The key is to have fun with it!