Top 12 Fashion Essentials for 2012

On New Year’s Eve night, the bigger, the brighter, the better. It’s the one night a year we can dress up and dazzle the town with vibrant pops of color, bold sequin accessories and fierce hair and makeup. But come January 1st, we must store our shimmer away and focus on our resolutions. Right? Think again.

Bloomingdale's Fashion Accessories Director Brooke Jaffe says glitter, shine, neon and brights are the key elements to women’s must-have fashion essentials in 2012. Yet unlike New Year’s Eve excessive extravagance, when rocking these illuminating trends in the real world, moderation is everything.

"Incorporating glitter and shine into your 2012 wardrobe is key. Just remember to pick one focal point, for example if you decide to carry a glitter bag then make sure your outfit is simple; or if your dress is sequin then pair down your accessories,” says Jaffe. “Also, we love ringing in the new year with neon and bright colors! It's the season to be noticed, and bold colors are one of the hottest trends of Spring 2012. Make a statement in everything from your tech accessories, to your wardrobe, with just the right pop of color!”

Discover Brooke Jaffe’s top 12 female fashion essentials for 2012.

Sequin Ugg: Champagne camouflage sequin short boot - $170
Kate Spade Cross Body: Gold glitter metallic cross body bag - $155
Marc by Marc Jacobs Flats: Silver glitter mouse ballet flats, also in gold - $230

Aqua V-Neck: Silver sequin v-neck sweater, also in black - $98 (exclusively at Bloomingdale’s)
Trina Turk Dress: Birch metallic V-neck dolman sleeve sequin dress - $388
Cocktail Rings: A glittery cocktail ring. We especially love those with an animal theme - $40-138

J Brand Jeans: Mid-rise ever-so-cropped St. Tropez skinny legging in turquoise - $176
Tory Burch Clutch: Robinson Envelope clutch in turquoise - $325
Aqua Silvia Sandals: "Silvia" platform sandals in intense pink - $150 (exclusively at Bloomingdale’s)

Diane von Furstenberg Blazer: Black/lacquered tweed oversized blazer - $585 

Diane von Furstenberg Blouse: White button down blouse - $275 

Diane von Furstenberg Miniskirt: Yellow miniskirt with black trim - $265

Get the look at Bloomingdale’s within Fashion Valley Mall or at bloomingdales.com

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