INSPIRATION: 2014 Recap

INSPIRATION: April 2014

RUNWAY: Robert Rodriguez SS 2013

Trend: FlameOn

Maybe I’ve been reading too many 90’s grunge blogs or listening to too much Die Antwoord, but I think it’s safe to assume that there will be a revival of tacky, Harley Davidson-esque flame print in the immediate future.

Just take the brand spankin’ new Nasty Gal vintage lookbook, featuring the queen of 90’s grunge herself, Niki Takesh. Those nails? Killer!

Of course this trend has been popping up on the S/S runways of Jeremy Scott, Prada, Alexander McQueen and I’m sure more. My most favorite is a bit of a flashback; from Daniel Palillo F/W 2010. I love the elegant structure combined with a usually tacky print.

However, as Jeffrey Campell‘s latest bomb, the Flame Litas prove, not all flame print works. My suggestion: moderation if you’re thinking about taking this print for a spin.

Until then… I had to.

InspiredBuy: NeonNation

After making my FluorescentPop post, I felt compelled to browse online shops for neon accessories. Here are my findings:

Nasty Gal x Minkpink Neon Ankle Socks

These neon ankle socks are a great way to test out the waters on this trend before diving in head first. Wear them with a pair of combat boots or some chunky heels to add some pop to your look.

Jeffrey Campbell Neon Litas

Jeffrey Cambell threw his hat into the neon ring with these amazing neon Litas. How could you resist?

Nasty Gal Neon Yellow Satchel

Nasty Gal may have answered my prayers with this neon satchel; it would be the perfect on-trend accessory. If neon yellow isn’t your style, NG also has the Eve Satchel in bright pink and bright orange.

Roberto Cavalli Neon Snakeskin Belt

This belt is my ultimate guilty pleasure; it’s both white snakeskin and covered in neon jewels. Oh if I had the money. This would be a great statement piece for a lbd (and if you paired with neon heels? Killer!). Somebody, please indulge me.