Spring Shopping: Bright Colors

By Chrissy Rutherford 04/27/11 at 01:58 PM

Pair this bohemian-style blouse with shorts and your favorite wedges on the weekend. Alice + Olivia Dakota V-neck print blouse, $275; farfetch.com
Not all warm weather totes are the same. Add a little edge with Balenciaga's raffia bag, complete with studs and leather fixtures. Balenciaga Medium Raffia Tote, $995; barneys.com
Burberry's new sunglasses are not only bright but also fold up to save space in your bag or pocket. Burberry Foldable Sunglasses, $250; burberry.com
A bright lip gloss or nail polish is a great way to add pops of color to your wardrobe. Dior Addict Ultra Gloss & Dior Vernis Electric Tropics nail color, $27 and $26; dior.com
Fendi's bright, colorblock sandals will put a smile on your face—and with so many hues on one shoe, they'll go with anything. Fendi Grosgrain Mix Sandals, $625; mytheresa.com
Pink and red are an unexpectedly chic color combination. H&M wrap dress, $35; hm.com
Let this electric blue dress get all the attention by pairing it with simple black pumps. Isabel Marant Horai ruched silk-georgette dress, $760; net-a-porter.com
Denim no longer has to be a plain blue wash. Swap your regular skinnies with a more colorful pair. J Brand 811 Mid-Rise Skinny Leg, $176; jbrandjeans.com
These scallop-hem shorts are relaxed yet sophisticated. Wear them with a simple blouse and heels for an outdoor cocktail party. J.Crew Gala short, $150; jcrew.com
A bright top with a dainty pattern pairs with anything from jean shorts to a pencil skirt for work. Marc Jacobs Printed silk top, $495; net-a-porter.com
Get your color fix in a smaller dose with these hand-painted earrings. Tom Binns Ethno Teknik hand-painted Swarovski crystal earrings, $200; net-a-porter.com
A bright blue watch is unexpected but fun. Mix and match this with your jewelry. Michael Kors Chronograph Watch, $160; michaelkors.com
Punch up your LBD with a fuchsia belt. A tiny hit of color can easily be paired with a bright pair of shoes or jewelry. Topshop Patent Roller Buckle Belt, $32; topshop.com
Rainy spring days mean you need a trenchcoat. Skip the usual khaki and opt for something that stands out. London Fog Trench, $125; available at Macy's stores
You'll want to wear these flats (with a print by John Derian) on more than just your commute. Repetto John Derian flats, $295; available at Bergdorf Goodman and John Derian stores

This is the season of color.

The all-white trend from the Spring 2011 runways was nearly upstaged by the louder, brighter Crayola colors that marched down catwalks. Bold orange was everywhere, but that's not the only shade you can wear.

From an H&M pink-and-red dress to a bright blue watch by Michael Kors, your wardrobe is getting a rainbow infusion.

And if you prefer an all-black or -white look, add just a pop of color with some accessories, from shoes to belts to jewelry.

See all of our eye-catching picks (in stores now!) in the above slide show. And if you need some color ASAP, shop below.

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