Summer of Neon

neon // it's electric

I’ve been gravitating toward handmade jewelry lately and Loren Hope’s intricate bracelet collection doesn’t disappoint. Someone bejewel me, please!

Growing up I would frequent an activity center called Kaleidoscope and my favorite part was leaving with these thick, clear plastic envelopes. I would put little trinkets and papers in them and hoard them like crazy (I had strange tendencies). The clear pouches from One Truffle are basically an adult version of those and needless to say, I’m obsessed.

Crossbody bags are the only bags. At least for me. The details on this crossbody bag paired with the neon make it a summer stunner. Side note: Kate Spade is having a sale on top of a sale!

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, you can never have too many workout tanks.

I’m curious as to how this nail polish would hold up against the chlorine and sunscreen filled summer, but it would be a super fun color to rock on my tootsies and you can’t beat the price.

How do you feel about neon? Are you bold or do you prefer to play it a little more safe?

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26 Comments

  1. Great picks! I’m jumping on the neon bandwagon, too. It’s so fun and bright for summer. I totally agree that cross body bags are the only way to go. They’re just so much more comfortable to wear than a big purse on your shoulder. Also, yay Kaleidoscope! I loved that place as a kid, too:)

    Posted 6.25.14 Reply
  2. Rachel wrote:

    I have a bad obsession (meaning I could spend too much money on them) with cross body bags and this one is GORGEOUS!

    Posted 6.25.14 Reply
  3. So much fun color!! I love it for this time of year.

    Posted 6.25.14 Reply
  4. Katie wrote:

    I’m loving the Loren Hope neons right now! The Sarra cuff is my cup of tea. I haven’t tried any neon yellow, but I might need to be brave and do it.

    Posted 6.25.14 Reply
  5. You KNOW I’m here for all the neon.

    Fun story about Kaleidoscope: I missed our 2nd grade field trip there because I was deathly (not really) ill with strep or the flu or whatever you get when you’re small and unable to guzzle DayQuil and just carry on. My father promised to take me when I was feeling better, but NEVER DID. I like to bring this up at awkward times (his birthday, my birthday, the prayer we say before Christmas dinner, etc.) because I find it entertaining. He does, too. 🙂

    Story time over.

    Happy Wednesday!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

    Posted 6.25.14 Reply
  6. If you’re looking for cheap neon nail polish, Sinful Colors (http://www.sinfulcolors.com/) is a drugstore brand that costs $1.99 each. It is SO BRIGHT and surprisingly long-lasting when you layer clear polish between each coat – it even holds up after pool days! – so you can buy multiple summery shades and not feel the slightest bit guilty!

    Posted 6.25.14 Reply
  7. I should get rid of my grungey workout tshirts and pick up some neon tanks like this. Cute roundup! I love neon too 🙂

    Posted 6.25.14 Reply
  8. Maya McDonald wrote:

    This whole post I wanted to sing “boogey woogey woogey woog!” haha. I love those neons, especially that Loren Hope number!

    Posted 6.26.14 Reply
  9. Jessica wrote:

    Haha, that’s exactly what I was going for 😉

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  10. Jessica wrote:

    Thanks girl! I still wear my grungey tees on occasion, but it’s way more fun buying girly tanks 😉

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  11. Jessica wrote:

    Ooo, thanks for the tip! $1.99 is definitely my type of budget! I think I’m going to make a trip there this weekend. After looking through my polish arsenal, it seems to be lacking brightness.

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  12. Jessica wrote:

    Hahaha this is GREAT. That was the place to be back in the day!

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  13. Jessica wrote:

    They’re all so pretty! Get it, girl!

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  14. Jessica wrote:

    Me too, Ashley! Thanks for stopping by to say hi 🙂

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  15. Jessica wrote:

    I typically find one that I love and then wear it completely out, which isn’t the greatest idea!

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  16. Jessica wrote:

    They really are! I hope you have a fab weekend, Kari!

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  17. Jessica wrote:

    Neon makes me wanna work harder!

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  18. Love it! That Loren Hope bracelet is soooo cute! Great Picks!

    Xo Jana

    http://www.janastyleblog.com

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  19. cait wrote:

    LOVE that workout tank! I’m sadly addicted to workout clothes and always a sucker for neon.

    Posted 6.27.14 Reply
  20. noelani wrote:

    Love that bracelet! Great colors here!

    Posted 6.28.14 Reply
  21. Kristin wrote:

    That crossbody bag up there is perfect, I’m in search of a new one too! Love all of your picks!

    http://everythingsalwayssunny.com
    Kristin xx

    Posted 6.29.14 Reply
  22. Jessica wrote:

    They’re just so comfortable and easy!

    Posted 6.30.14 Reply
  23. GiovannaPacini wrote:

    Super cute picks! Loving that bracelet!

    xx
    Giovanna
    http://www.HeyLoveBlog.com

    Posted 6.30.14 Reply
  24. I absolutely love neon, but there is only so many hues this super pale blonde girl can pull off! 😉 I am so jealous that you sassy brunettes can pull off that gorgeous bright yellow!

    Posted 7.1.14 Reply
  25. ChicFlavours wrote:

    I recently found your blog and I have to say I love everything you post! so exciting!

    Posted 7.28.14 Reply
  26. Jessica wrote:

    Oh yay! You have no idea how much that means to me. Thanks so much for reading and following along!

    Posted 7.29.14 Reply