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I am usually terrified of wearing neon colors,
Look at how terrified I look

but this denim dress from PinkBlush came to the rescue for this particular look.



I was surprised to see a lot of 80's-inspired trends during fall-fashion week, but the one that really caught me off-guard was the return of neon colors. My instinct is to run the opposite direction and avoid overly bright colors. This time I tried to be brave and face the bright, neon beast while wearing my most protective sunglasses. I'm only exaggerating a little, by the way. Lately a lot of celebrities make it seem like it is no big deal dressing up like giant walking highlighters.

If you are like me and don't know where to start when it comes to neon colors, I recommend starting with a neutral outfit and swapping something out for a brighter color. You can start small with an accessory. In this case, I started with this faded black denim overall dress and wore this neon button-up shirt underneath. I think the classic style of the blouse made me feel a little bit more comfortable about wearing such a bright color. The true hero, of course, was the PinkBlush dress that covered most of the neon and helped balanced the look.

If I ever end up owning a large neon item, such as a dress, I will most likely wear nude shoes and accessories because I cannot imagine adding more color to a full-on neon outfit. I love seeing these colors on everyone else, but I have such a hard time styling them on myself. I am unsure whether we will be seeing more neon this fall, or if it is going to stay on the runway. I am just happy PinkBlush always has really cute maternity dresses that I can wear after pregnancy and in this case, help me slay the neon beast. 

I wore two different shades of pink lipstick for an ombre effect on the lips and added some gunmetal accessories like this snakeskin purse and earrings. The boots also had gunmetal accents, but I made the mistake of forgetting to photograph them. You will have to use your imagination and visualize gunmetal studs on the sides of the boots that matched the purse. Did you picture them in your head? Okay, let's move on. 





I hope my baby doesn't like neon colors when she's older!


Outfit so bright I had to wear my sunglasses.





How do you feel about neon colors making an appearance on the runway? Are we safe, or do you think they will stay with us during fall? 

Life update: I want to thank everyone for wishing me well on my last glucose test. I truly appreciate your kind words! The doctor's office just informed me that my results were inconclusive and I will have to go back to take the test again. This means that I have to fast, drink a really nasty sugary liquid, have my blood drawn every hour three times and hope the nurse does not make blood gush out of my vein again. The bruises from my last exam have just cleared and I hope that after this I can finally get a clear result. I have to remind myself that it is all for a good cause and I have less than 6 weeks left until my due date. Time flies.


As always, I look forward to hearing from you. <3


Much love,

PerlaGiselle


115 comments

  1. Your outfit is awesome. That neon shirt is perfect and I love how you styče it.

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    1. Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words! <3

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  2. I remember wearing neon green 20 years ago and it wasn't that bad. It's good you paired this eye-catching yellow with black to tone down the look. I'm wishing you a great result on your next sugar test.

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    1. Thank you so much! The test itself was gruesome, but the results were good! I really appreciate your kind words! <3

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  3. Yummy mummy, you're glowing and looking effortlessly stylish. Gurlll I wasn't this stylish when I was pregnant with my son who's 9yrs now. Ha!! I couldn't be bothered to get dress. Lol! Great outfit! :-)

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    1. Ahhh you're making me blush! No way, you have a nine-year old?!? You look sooo young girl!! Yasssss!! Thank you for stopping by <3

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  4. Ohmygosh, this outfit is perfect on you! It looks so cute on you pregnant haha. Love the neon with the black.

    -Emily www.coatandcoffee.com

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  5. You look beautiful great outfit you rock it.

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  6. You look gorgeous Perla! Love the outfit!

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  7. Girl you are rocking that neon! Definitely don't be scared of it as it suits you perfectly, and you styled it well! Pregnant neon is the best I've seen it done so far!

    Raindrops of Sapphire

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    1. Awww that is the sweetest comment! Thank you so much! I really appreciate the love <3

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  8. Love this outfit you put together !

    - Marina W

    http://waitmarinawho.blogspot.com/2018/09/autumn-tag-movie.html

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  9. I think you look amazing in neon. Looks so good on your skin color! Beautiful!

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  10. You look so cute in this outfit. The neon really suits you:) I'm not overly fond of neons either but do gravitate towards neon orange and yellow for some reason.
    And good luck on your test results. You are so close! I had gestational diabetes with my last kiddo. It was hard at first, but everything turned out ok:)

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    1. I really appreciate the compliment and your encouraging words. I really struggled with the test itself, but everything turned out ok. Thank you again for being so sweet <3

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  11. I am sorry about your blood sugar results. I am so not ready to wear neon for fall. Some trends are just not for me. I love my cozy, dark colors during the fall. You look lovely in that shirt. I love the pop of colors.

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    1. I am the same way! I'm all about the traditional fall colors lol. Thank you so much <3

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  12. I think you've said and applied it right. The best way to wear neon is incorporating it with a touch of black. I love the outfit and the makeup! You're gorgeous girl!

    xoxo,
    SHAIRA
    www.missdream-girl.blogspot.com

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  13. You styled the neon shirt beautifully! I like how it contrasts with the darker colors.
    Good luck with the next glucose test - that drink is awful!! Is it for GD screening as well? I'm surprised if it would be so late in your pregnancy. I had it with my first pregnancy and just skipped the test the second time and avoided carbs and sugar. You're almost there though - good luck!

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    1. Thank you so much! Yes! I hated that drink so much I should have skipped it like you did. Lol.

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  14. You look fantastic with your neon shirt dear!
    Have a great day!! xx

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  15. I love the neon touch with your shirt !
    This outfit is amazing !
    xx
    Margot
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  16. Such a cute outfit!
    Love the denim dress :)


    Love,

    Angela
    www.angelavissers.com

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  17. Such a cute outfit! You are rocking that neon!

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  18. Beautiful outfit you look amazing !

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  19. you look so lovely!!!

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  20. You look beautiful!!
    Following you now!

    My blog: Street Style City

    Also have a look at my photography page: Photography

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  21. Love your outfit! You look amazing!
    Hope everything goes well with your pregnancy!

    xo, Joling
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    1. You are so sweet! I appreciate the good wishes! <3

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  22. you look really nice with this outfit....I like your lipstick and make up too!!!
    Sophia
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  23. I love the look!! you look super pretty, neon suits you really well,
    im sure i'd look quite terrible wearing neon hahha! My sister told me that glucose test is
    quite hard, i wish you the best on your second round, hopefully everything is allright <3
    besos guapa :)

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    1. I appreciate it! If I can do it, you can too! thank you for the sweet comment! <3

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  24. Unas fotos preciosas!que tengas una feliz semana!🍁🍁🍁

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  25. YOu look lovely in neon! Such a cute maternity dress too, the shirt is so nice under it :)

    Hope that you had a lovely weekend :)

    Away From The Blue Blog

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  26. I loved the way you have styled the neon and black together. You look so cute.


    Have a happy Monday.
    Kisses <3
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  27. Your outfit looks amazing You know how to style a neon look babe. I like neon swimwear, I think they look so cool and also neon when you are tanned Anyway you look gorgeous I hope all goes well with your test and the nurse is better this time. Happy new week xoxo Cris
    https://photosbycris.blogspot.com/2018/09/a-walk-in-park-with-jisoncase.html

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    1. I love neon swimwear too!! I have always wanted a neon yellow bathing suit lol. Thank you so much for your sweet comment!

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  28. You are always beautiful! That belly looks really cute on you :D Also the outfit it suits you! <3
    Besos hermosa

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  29. I love your neon shirt and you're absolutely cool!
    Kisses, Paola.

    Expressyourself

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  30. Neon definitely scares me, but you did an amazing job styling that neon shirt! I love that idea of starting to pair it with classic and neutral pieces!

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  31. Não precisa ficar com medo de usar cores neon porque esse tom pelo menos ficou ótimo em você!
    Adorei o jeito como você combinou com a jardineira.
    Adorei a botinha também. Está linda ♥

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  32. jaja yo no soy mucho de neones, pero si me gusta llenar el look de complementos rojos!

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  33. It looks cool how you styled your neon blouse!
    Many thanks for your kind comment on my blog. Do you want to follow each other?
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
    www.dressedwithsoul.com

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  34. You look amazing in this otufit. Hopefully the test results will be perfect. Good luck dear.

    Nina's Style Blog

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  35. Ah yes neon can be scary but you did an excellent job with the styling here. It is not overwhelming at all. You look great!

    Allie of
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    1. Yes! I was intimidated, so thank you very much :)

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  36. the neon looks so cute! I love how it pops!

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  37. The dress is so cute and I love the neon! I hated those glucose tests, BTW. I got an orange sugary drink and then I thought OMG, I'm probably gaining weight with this drink LOL. Hopefully, all turns out ok there. Sending positive vibes!!

    Janine
    http://abeautifulwhim.com

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    1. Yes! That's how I felt too. Thank you so much! <3

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  38. You look amazing and I love the outfit. Neon colors are going to have a great showing in fashion this fall and I’m gradually warming up to the trend. I love the way you styled the color and your accessories; shoes and bag are just perfect. All the best wishes on your next glucose test.

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  39. I really hope neon is going to go away as fast as possible! I just cannot handle wearing it, not even in such a toned down way you did it.
    Good luck with the second blood sugar test!

    Anne - Linda, Libra, Loca

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    1. Omg! I don't think I would be able to do it again though lol. Thank you!

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  40. Oh my goodness i remember the neon days, I am definitely not brave enough to wear neon colours, you go girl!! ♡🌺

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    1. Lol. I've heard about the neon days and I really prefer that we not go back! Lol

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  41. Absolutely stunning look babe. Love this on you! Thanks for sharing!
    Happy Tuesday!
    Much love, Len
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    XO

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    1. Awww thank you so much!! I really appreciate it! <3

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  42. Hi Perlita, hope you're doing great!

    I've noticed that neon colors are having a revival, I personally don't know how to include them in my outfits and maybe I'm not the biggest fan of these tones but you really know how to rock them in a very particular style ;) Love that you're mixing it with black, having endless possibilities to take advantage of this strong color in future outfits!

    My best wishes and good luck on your test! Oh thanks for your comments and support also!

    Pablo
    www.heyfungi.com

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    1. Yes, they are definitely tricky tones! Thank you so much for the sweet comment! You are always so kind <3

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  43. This neon pop is SO fun- and I love the styling choice of button the blouse all the way up. YES, girl. Good luck on your test!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  44. You are gorgeous! I love this outfit! The pop of neon yellow looks awesome on you!
    XOXO,
    Vanessa
    WWW.WhatWouldVWear.com

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  45. You look beautiful in this outfit! I love the pop of color with the neon yellow...so cute!

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  46. You're the absolute cutest and I LOVE this look on you! That lipstick is amazing!

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  47. You look absolutely gorgeous on that outfit!! I love the neon color :)

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  48. You look lovely! The neon suits you very well in this outfit. xx

    -Leta | The Nerdy Me

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  49. You are absoloutely nailing neon! These are some great tips as it can be a really tricky trend to master but you've hit it on the head! :-) I'll definitely be keeping my eye out for some neon pieces!

    Musings & More

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  50. You look gorgeous in your outfit - the neon looks great! I'm loving all of the trendy colors this season. I think your outfit is paired perfectly with the black overalls. I think neon is a workable color. Believe in yourself :). Hope things will go well with the test. Sending you positive vibes.

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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    1. You are so sweet! Thank you so much for the lovely comment <3

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