border brights with a black edge

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Dec 9, ‵08
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The most modern way to bring in the ultra brights, right now, is to edge them out with black. The black will give the color some weight for winter.

Items in this observation:

  • Erickson Beamon Studded felt cuff
  • Miu Miu Dress
  • Alexander McQueen Shoes
  • crystal drop earrings



    • Perfectly suited for a luncheon, or meeting in the city. It’s brilliant but mod.

    Items in this observation:

  • Bottega Veneta dress
  • Banana Republic clutch
  • Theory pumps
  • floral brooch



    • Fabulous for a fashion show, or a festive dinner party with friends. It’s powerful, yet feminine! You’ll knock ‘em dead.

    Items in this observation:

  • Zac Posen
  • Erickson Beamon Teardrop chain earrings
  • Marc Jacobs Pumps
  • Clutch



    • Can you say… Palm Beach? Yes, it’s perfect for warm weather locations during the winter months.

    Items in this observation:

  • black glass bracelet
  • Pucci Tunic
  • Sandals


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    • http://unlikelyhousewife.blogspot.com Elisa

      wow. all these outfits are stunning! I love the pop of color with black accessories, it's so chic but also fun!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Awesome! I'm feeling the bright colors right now – maybe I can drag myself out of the “down & out's” :)

    • Nicole Marie

      I wore a fushia dress with black booties and accessories to a holiday party last weekend and got sooo many compliments for being festive without red or green. Love the trend and love the pieces you picked out here!

    • Cheryl

      oh my gosh, I am in love with the yellow themed outfit with the Zac Posen dress!

      I would wear everything in that look and match the black Teardrop chain earrings with my gorgeous diamond necklace my fiance bought me from http://www.idonowidont.com and stun everyone downtown with this outfit.

      You have great taste in what you put together here!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Love it! I think I'm going to wear an electric blue dress to a party this week. Paired with black patent leather!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Cheryl, Sounds like you have a nice fiance! Grab yourself some yellow & go for it!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Love it! I think I'm going to wear an electric blue dress to a party this week. Paired with black patent leather!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Cheryl, Sounds like you have a nice fiance! Grab yourself some yellow & go for it!

    • Nicole Marie

      I wore a fushia dress with black booties and accessories to a holiday party last weekend and got sooo many compliments for being festive without red or green. Love the trend and love the pieces you picked out here!

    • Cheryl

      oh my gosh, I am in love with the yellow themed outfit with the Zac Posen dress!

      I would wear everything in that look and match the black Teardrop chain earrings with my gorgeous diamond necklace my fiance bought me from http://www.idonowidont.com and stun everyone downtown with this outfit.

      You have great taste in what you put together here!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Love it! I think I'm going to wear an electric blue dress to a party this week. Paired with black patent leather!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Cheryl, Sounds like you have a nice fiance! Grab yourself some yellow & go for it!