Trend spotting – Gorgeous orange for summer and pre-fall + style tips to make it your own

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Beyonce shows off her colorful style in orange

After spotting colors like burnt orange and marigold on the catwalks for fall 2011, we knew it was only a matter of time before these gorgeous colors made an early leap into summer and pre-fall wardrobes. Orange is a color that lets you get away with being shocking whatever season it may be. It's bold, fearless and adventurous and it most definitely makes a statement. Below, check out some daring variations of "orange" looks on celebrities taking a fashion leap…

Looks like the former Destiny's Child band mates are still inspiring each other. UK X Factor Judge, Kelly Rowland also stepped out in orange.

Camilla Belle color blocks in an orange Gucci blazer

While Rihanna color blocks in a pair of high-waisted orange pants

Eva Longoria in burnt orange shift dress

Leighton Meester accessorizes her bright outfit with an orange Riki Rosetta bag

I'm a huge fan of the color as well. As bold as it is, it's also pretty practical if you play your cards right. One of my favorite dresses is a 50s style orange dress with a pleated skirt. I've worn the dress alone, with a sweater and even put a twist on it by wearing it as a skirt.


Test driving the orange trend (To the left, I created a make-shift skirt by pairing the bright orange dress with a forest green v-neck sweater and cinching my waist with a cognac belt. My look is finished off with striped peep-toe pumps. To the right, I paired the dress with a simple black sweater, a skinny black belt and added a little edge with some gladiator sandals.)

Style Tip: Green, brown and black are great colors to mix with this shade.

So what do you think of these looks? Too bright or just right?

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