Cupcakes and Cashmere

Tempered Brights

April 14th, 2011

As evidenced by some of my recent outfits (exhibits a, b & c), I’ve been a lot more experimental lately when it comes to wearing brights. For those who are slightly color averse, accessories are a great jumping off point (especially when paired with neutral items like #1 and #7). These are a few of my favorite accent pieces; whether you have bright yellow nails, a patterned head scarf or a candy colored clutch, they’re all perfect for adding a splash of color to an ensemble.

1. Asos Flat Round Tortoiseshell Glasses $26.90
2. Kenneth Jay Lane Cabochon-embellished Gold-plated Earrings $72
3. Topshop Script Natural Linen Platform Wedges $140
4. Asos Boxy Flat Lock Clutch $35.86
5. Deborah Lippmann Yellow Brick Road Nail Polish $16
6. Asos Suede Color Block Belt $35.86
7. Zara Office Basket $89.90
8. Diane von Furstenberg Leopard-print Stretch-silk Turban $45
9. Forever 21 Vibrant & Gold Bracelets $6.80
10. NARS Heat Wave Lip Stick $24

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  • http://www.lapetitemarmoset.com La Petite Marmoset

    Love that clutch!
    La Petite Marmoset

  • http://www.rachaeldiab.blogspot.com rachael

    Love the Topshop wedges!!

    http://www.rachaeldiab.blogspot.com

  • http://laetitia-cahrin.blogspot.com/ Laetitia-cahrin

    Love your blog!!

    Followed

    xoxo

  • http://thestylestitch.blogspot.com/ Style Stitch

    These are such fun picks. Makes me so excited for summer!

    http://thestylestitch.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.stylemelia.blogspot.com mélia

    The turban is very beautiful, I like it!

  • http://www.ahautemess.ca/ Niki

    I LOVE that hot pink clutch. And the price, woo!

    xoxo
    Niki from A Haute Mess

  • http://sweet-louise.blogspot.com Kate

    I need to start adding color to my wardrobe!
    Love this post!!

    http://www.sweet-louise.blogspot.com

  • http://heelsandinspiration.blogspot.com Kelly Frances

    i love all of it!! especially the sunnies and clutch

    http://heelsandinspiration.blogspot.com

  • http://www.therosiestcheeks.blogspot.com RoseyCheeks

    Love the belt!! What a great way to show off your waist by adding a bright belt!

  • http://flowerponychloe.blogspot.com flower_chloe

    Absolutely killer orange wedges? I’M THINKING, YES

    chloe ** http://flowerponychloe.blogspot

  • http://www.leahhg.wordpress.com Leah

    I love Deborah Lippmann nail polish!

    I just bought a whole wack of her colors (Boom Boom Pow, Ruby Red Slippers, Naked, Happy Birthday, I Dreamed You and Before He Cheats). I have posted some of the colors on my blog – check it out if you like Deborah Lippmann nail polish… http://www.leahhg.wordpress.com!

  • Monica

    love that asos clutch ! i think ill opt for more bright purses this season, its such an easy way to incorporate bright colors into an outfit

    http://mywonderfulworldof-fashion.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.fashionistafeelgood.com Lucille

    Would love to have that bright sunshine yellow nail polish and that pink clutch! What a great way to add a pop of colour with those two things!

    -Lucille

    http://www.fashionistafeelgood.com

  • http://fashionslap.blogspot.com kate

    You reminded me I need to pick up some yellow polish. I plan on getting orange too and probably a navy for those eh days.

  • http://www.abitoffashion.com melissa

    love this selection of stuff, thanks for the tips! <3

    http://www.abitoffashion.com

  • http://www.shopvpv.com/ Nicole

    I love your blog, how gorgeous!
    XOXO Nicole, VPV Team Member
    Check us out & follow @ http://www.vantagepointvintage.com/blog/

  • http://sequinsandsoliloquies.tumblr.com Carli

    Just wanted to say I appreciate how affordable all of the items you included are!

  • http://www.jessicajanuary.com january

    love the asos bag + belt!!!!
    january, x
    jessicajanuary.com

  • http://www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com Anna

    emily. i love all of these. thanks for another amazing post love. if you get a chance swing by to see my choice for fabulous friday and my picks for fash fave and fash fail for this week. xoxo

    http://www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

  • http://phhoebee.blogspot.com/ Phoebe

    Gorgeous selection of brights, the clutch for Asos is especially stunning- I’ve just ordered a bright trench style coat in a bid to brighten up my neutral wardrobe after seeing all the amazing colours you’ve been wearing lately x x

  • http://thelilbee.com The Lil Bee

    You and Because I’m Addicted both have me obsessing over those Topshop shoes, and I’ve been free of shoe obsessions for quite some time now (it takes A LOT of restraint, but I’m managing!) BTW if I had that stationery above, I’d trace over the loops in the “e” again and again and again. FANCY. :)

  • http://two-and-twenty.blogspot.com/ Michaela V

    OMG, HEAT WAVE!!! I rarely leave the house without a tube of this stuff. It’s always in my purse, I live for that color!

    http://two-and-twenty.blogspot.com/

  • http://sayitallnoww.blogspot.com/ Danielle

    I am going to buy those sunglasses right now!

    such a bargain

    http://sayitallnoww.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.thelookandlisten.com Neijah

    I absolutely love bright pieces! These are some great essentials! I still adore your red maxi skirt.

    xoxo,

    http://www.thelookandlisten.com

  • http://dearbianca.wordpress.com LoreneTheodora

    You are my inspiration! Love your photography and style so much! Keep writing!

    Love,LoreneTheodora!

  • http://www.dreaming-about-fashion.blogspot.com Ramai

    Great to see some colour on your blog. It seems that most bloggers are still sticking to neutral colours. I’m loving the bold stripes and bright colours out on the runway and in the shops this season.

    Ramai xx

  • http://thestylistla.com The Stylist LA

    I love this bright and cheerful spread! Makes me happy the time for citrus colors and tans is upon us :)

  • http://www.splendourandrouge.com Sarah

    Beautiful Blog!