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Guest Picks: Decorating with Neon
Highlighter tones of pink, orange and yellow are grabbing attention this season
Author of the lifestyle blog DomestiKatedlife, visit her at: http://domestikatedlife.com
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Decorators always borrow from the trends happening in fashion, and right now neon is making a big comeback on the runways. Including neon elements in your decor can seem daunting for those unaccustomed to bold colors. But by pairing bright pinks and yellows with neutral tones and keeping shapes clean and simple, anyone can add a fluorescent pop of color in their home.
— Kate from DomestiKated Life
— Kate from DomestiKated Life
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Neon can be a hard color to commit to in decorating. Nestling small, sculptural elements like this neon pink elephant into a bookcase will add highlights of the bold color without overpowering the space.
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The pops of neon roses on top of the black and white pattern give this a fun, feminine vibe. Using such strong colors in bedding means that the rest of the furniture should be simple and neutral.
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| This mid-century piece is upholstered in bright orange and acid green. The strong colors work with the simple shape and teak frame. It would be a major statement piece to design a room around. |
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| A retro-inspired floral print in acid green hues would be perfect to toss on a neutral sofa or chair. |
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A classic tile pattern on natural linen is modernized with neon pink — because even the most traditional homes can use a jolt of color.
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There is a kitschy humor to a hot pink fawn turned lamp, and the high-gloss finish makes it look modern.
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Neon can also look very industrial and modern. And example is this sleek neon orange hanging pendant light with a chrome bulb.
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A pair of vintage chairs refurbished with new upholstery in a graphic, neon pink print balance new and old. I imagine these at the head of a sleek dining room table.
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Pairing a sharp neon yellow vase with soft natural pink flowers creates a strong contrast and would look great on a entryway table.
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I love this set of antlers mounted on wooden neon plaques. Clustered together on a wall they create a bigger statement.
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Artwork is a great way to introduce bold colors to a room. This piece combines neon pink and bright orange for a major impact.
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The bright repetition of coffee makers in this print makes for a graphic piece good for a kitchen wall.
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Add a tiny touch of neon to the dinner table with bold salt and pepper shakers in bright yellow.
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Another way to add a touch of neon to the kitchen is with textiles, like this dish towel with pink ink on french organic cotton.
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Neon hues add vibrancy and are perfect for celebrations. Keeping a neon tart server on hand, like these in orange and fuchsia, would be great for livening up a party with color.
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This hot pink shower curtain can help spice up bland white tiles in a bathroom.
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For a smaller touch of neon in the bathroom, use bright curtain rings to hold up a clean white shower curtain. These could also be used in other rooms to brighten up sheer drapes.
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A fuchsia pink watering can is a playful, low commitment way to add some color.
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For the truly bold, you could mix and match lots of neon tones with the classic look of the Louis chair. These come in several colors and have a slick, updated look.
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And for very low commitment neon, I say go out and grab some neon pink Japanese washi tape and dress up boxes, frames, notebooks or whatever you can get your hands on. It peels off easily and will let you test out a little neon in your own decor.
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gknee Love this and how adorable is the first elephant!
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Bright Bold and Beautiful Love the Neon color punch!! http://www.etsy.com/listing/47131449/brand-new-day-watercolor-print 
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