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Flaunt Your Prettiest, Boldest, and Most Eye-Catching Rainbow Brights, 30 Ways

If there's one Summer style resolution you should make and keep, it's this one: indulge in your brightest wardrobe pieces.

If there's one Summer style resolution you should make and keep, it's this one: indulge in your brightest wardrobe pieces. We're talking color extremes here: an electric blue gingham blouse, a fitted tropical-print pencil skirt, lemon yellow espadrille wedges, pretty pink scalloped shorts, and the list goes on and on. Injecting a serious pop of color into your ensemble will give you a refreshed warm-weather edge, and there's absolutely no way a shade as impressive as a rich coral or fluoro purple could not turn a few heads. The key to a chic take on this technicolor trend is to abide by a "less is more" dress code. If you're wearing a bold-hued maxi dress, keep your jewelry simple and sleek. If you're rocking a colorfully printed pant, pair it with a solid hue on top. Got all that? Now click through to see our editors' 30 favorite brighter-than-bright picks — then shop your favorites!

Photo courtesy of Fashion Gone Rogue

Inspiration

Weekly Faves: 5 Inspiring Spaces

This week, I'm inspired by homes that embrace color, pattern, and vivacious style.

This week, I'm inspired by homes that embrace color, pattern, and vivacious style. Let's take a tour of bold global style, starting with a visit to an apartment designed by an artist in Kiev, then moving to a polka-dot Scandinavian kitchen and a moody-colored London flat, among other destinations. Take a look at how elements like bright paint colors and oversized wallpaper can influence the feel and ambiance of a home. Keep clicking for the full tour.

Celebrity

Whitney Port Brings Her Brights to NYC — Love It or Hate It?

Whitney Port left her hot spots in LA to promote her book, True Whit, in NYC, but it seems she's attempting to bring a little of the California sunshine with her via a super-bright, colorblocked ensemble.

Whitney Port left her hot spots in LA to promote her book, True Whit, in NYC, but it seems she's attempting to bring a little of the California sunshine with her via a super-bright, colorblocked ensemble. She wore not just a brightly hued mini but also an orange blazer with Aztec-inspired flair. Of course, because it's cold in New York, she covered up with a pair of nude tights and black booties, rounding out her tropical bright palette with weather-appropriate accessories. While color trends for Spring are bright and bold, does Whitney's look go too far or are you digging the funky-fun vibe?

Yigal Azrouël Fall Fashion Week 2010: What's Fab First Look

Yigal Azrouël's 2010 Fall Fashion runway collection was a mix of moods: soft and sexy draping juxtaposed with structured suit leg silhouettes, a muted neutral palette accented by a punch of color, and a play on masculine and feminine forms.

Yigal Azrouël's 2010 Fall Fashion runway collection was a mix of moods: soft and sexy draping juxtaposed with structured suit leg silhouettes, a muted neutral palette accented by a punch of color, and a play on masculine and feminine forms. According to Azrouël, the hybrid of different garments and fabrics creates new silhouettes and pseudo layers for Fall.

Shopping

Shopping: Draped Silk Pieces In Bright Colors

Whether you opt for a pair of experimental harem trousers or a classic grecian dress, silk draped pieces in bright colors are perfect for summer.

Whether you opt for a pair of experimental harem trousers or a classic grecian dress, silk draped pieces in bright colors are perfect for summer. Find a color that works with your skin tone and wear it with simple accessories, there's no way you'll blend into the crowd wearing this look.

Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Bright, Bright, and More Bright

I've always been an advocate for neon colors so it was only due time these blinding hues get the spotlight they deserve.
Elizabeth and James at ShopStyle

I've always been an advocate for neon colors so it was only due time these blinding hues get the spotlight they deserve. It's time to embrace the bright, bright, and more bright. Why you might ask? They're symbolic of this season's '80s revival and make everyone pop. All you have to do is pick the color that complements your personality. I'm a hot pink gal because it means girlie yet sassy, what's yours?


Swimwear

Look of the Day: Color-Blocked

Going to the beach doesn't mean you can't look cute in the little you have on.

Going to the beach doesn't mean you can't look cute in the little you have on. Prime example is thequeenbee and her friend. These stylish beach buddies are looking Fab in their color-blocked beach cover-ups. I love the combination of bright and bold colors. Unfortunately, she didn't mention what her friend has on — write back and let us know!

Here's what thequeenbee (pictured left) has on:

  • Tank: Top Shop
  • Skirt: Top Shop
  • Necklace: Love Pink by Victoria's Secret

Congrats to thequeenbee!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar! If you live overseas and have a Fab outfit to share, join the Overseas Fashionistas Group, to submit a Look in this group learn how to post a blog.

Lacoste

S/S 08 Trend Report: Lacoste

If you ask us, Lacoste is a line that's just better for S/S.

If you ask us, Lacoste is a line that's just better for S/S. It's the sort of wasp-y activity-based aesthetic that just merits sunshine and a tennis racket. At the end of the show, Lacoste busted out some seriously welcomed brights after a load of crisp white and black. Aside from a burst of color, the pieces that really made a difference were the 1920's style bathing suits (that New York girls will probably wear as jumpers this summer) and the super-loose sailor pants that just breezed down the runway.


Fendi

Be Bold!

It looks like the bold hues that were all over the MTV Movie Awards weren't just coincidental: adding punch to an outfit with a shock or two of color is evolving into a full-fledged summer trend!

It looks like the bold hues that were all over the MTV Movie Awards weren't just coincidental: adding punch to an outfit with a shock or two of color is evolving into a full-fledged summer trend! This week's Life and Style takes inspiration from SJP's brightly colored accessories and put together a few adorable options. I especially love the red patent bag!

To see some of my bright-hued favorites, read more

Ella Moss

Turn On Your Brights! Acid Bright Tops

Acid brights are this Spring's counterpart to cool neutrals.

Acid brights are this Spring's counterpart to cool neutrals. If you're feeling flashy and fierce, shout it out loud with bright clothing. I'm going to show you some acid brights all week long so order a Tall instead of a Venti because you can get your afternoon jolt right here on FabSugar. Don't be shy...turn on your brights!

Joes Jeans Short Sleeve Top in Poppy, $82.


A couple more brights, read more