Go Flamingo.

Is it just me or does the middle of Summer make you want to go really bold?  Like Palm Springs in the heat of summer with a touch of kitsch bold?  And when it comes to making a statement, I figure what better source of inspiration than flamingoes…
Here a few affordable options to pulling off the look of that bold bird:

1. Nest: This print would look great in a guest bathroom, or tossed into the mix among a gallery wall with a few other graphic typography pieces, and maybe a black and white landscape.  Either way, it’s a simple pop that will brighten up your space on a budget.  

2. Dressed: These black and white grid printed heels are just plain fun.  I’d pair them with a brightly colored solid silk shift dress (maybe fuchsia?) and legs for days.  Wear your hair in a top knot and gold button earrings.

3. The Rest: For flamingoes – aside from their vivid hue – it’s all about the beak.  Take a hint and swipe on the brightest fuchsia lipstick you can find (this Make Up Forever version lasts particularly well), because if you can’t in the middle of Summer, then when?