CELEBS IN STYLE: NEON

Kerry Washington

This summer it seems that the hottest hues are the brightest ones as several celebs have been seen rocking neon shades of yellow and pink.  Kerry Washington killed it at the BET awards in a sexy Michael Kors number complete with a keyhole cutout and thigh high slit.   An asymmetrical hem jazzed up Kate Bosworth's neon number, and soon to be wed Kim Kardashian livened up her all white ensemble with an eye catching neon Birkin bag.

CELEBS IN STYLE: SUMMER WHITE

Michelle Obama in Tom Ford

Bright juicy colors have dominated for the Spring season so it's refreshing to see a switch to pure white on the red carpet.  Perfect for the scorching summer temps, (can you say heat wave in NYC) throwing on a white dress makes almost anyone look instantly cool.   Michelle Obama (above) is the perfect example of this.  The first lady looks absolutely regal on a recent trip to Buckingham Palace wearing Tom Ford.  The criss-crossed neckline and bow around her waist are intricate details that set this gown apart from all of the rest and the opera gloves are an unexpected accessory that takes her look to the next level.

LOOK WE LOVE: KERRY WASHINGTON

photo courtesy of instyle.com

Kerry Washington is stunning in this color blocked Gucci creation she wore to the Mary J. Blige Honors Concert.  Despite the fact that her dress dips daringly low in the front, Washington keeps it classy with bronze strappy heels, an oversized clutch, and a simple braided 'do.  This outfit, part of the Spring 2011 collection, will be sure to turn heads.

photo courtesy of style.com