Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Trend Alert: Neon & Neutral

One of the biggest trends we’ve been seeing is the combination of neons and neutrals. From the high-fashion magazines to local street style, this trend is everywhere! Below, see what Lauren (assistant manager in training) found in the store to make this trend glow!


What do you like about this trend?


“Neon and neutral is a great combo for summer because you can heat up your wardrobe with neon, while still staying cool by pairing it with light browns, beiges, tans, and whites. I like this trend because it can work for anyone. Those who like to go bold can go all neon with neutral accents, and those whole like things simplified can do just the opposite. Personally, I prefer the simplified look so I wear mostly neutrals with a little neon here and there.”

Describe your outfit and it how works with the neon and neutral trend.

“Since I like to keep things simple when it comes to my style, for my first outfit, I chose a beige dress and light brown shoes, but threw in a bold element with the American Eagle tee. I accessorized with a neon blue belt and a necklace with bright yellow satin. For my second outfit, I went almost all neutral with light brown pants and a white lace top. I made the outfit stand out with the bright pink tank under the lace top. The shoes are almost all neutral with a little neon yellow on the toe. The quirky sunglasses pulled the outfit together from head to toe.”


Outfit Details (Dress Outfit):
Final Touch Dress: $14 (retail: $25 (approx.))
American Eagle T-shirt: $5 (retail: $15)
Belt: $7 (retail: $20 (approx.))
Vintage Shoes: $8
Necklace: $7 (retail $15 (approx.))

Total Cost: $41 (compared to $83)
Total Savings of $42!




Outfit Details (Pants Outfit):
Casual Collection Pants: $14 (retail: $35 (approx.))
Forever 21 Basic Tank: $5 (retail: $10)
Kimchi Blue Lace Tank: $8 (retail: $40 (approx.))
Belt: $6 (retail $15 (approx.))
Old Navy Shoes: $5 (retail: $25)
Sunglasses: $6.99

Total Cost: $44.99 (compared to $131.99)
Total Savings of $87!