Everything neon, albeit in small doses,  is extremely chic for summer 2009. Don’t just take my word for it — the spring 2009 runways were rife with neon solids and prints,  from Louis Vuitton to Lacoste and Max Mara. It’s  high time you participated in the trend too, but let’s not go overboard. The perfect way to spruce up your wardrobe would be with a bit of neon accessories in the form of footwear. I’ve picked some hot summer styles to help you get the neon look without going too 90s neon:

[From the Lacoste Spring 2009 Runway]

Betseyville Jay Wedge in Black

Enzo Angiolini Tells in Orange

BCBGirls Lexs Heel in Sunflower

AE Fringe Sandal in Wild Violet

Harajuku Lovers Layland in Green

Frye Shoes Ada Pleats Peep-toe in Coral

An unlikely teen fashion icon, yet lovable and certainly memorable teenager, Juno kept it real, and kept it casual with her style via button-up shirts, hoodies, and relaxed-fit jeans. It would be quite apropos for her notable wit and sarcasm to surface in her clothing, hence, I decided to let it translate into the footwear Juno would potentially wear throughout the movie ( her pregnancy), and even throughout the rest of her high school days. Besides the obvious, being a Converse-like sneaker, Juno would definitely wear flats – catching her in heels would be completely out of character! Below are some suggestions that Juno would approve of, and certainly make up some candid verbal expression to reiterate how cool they are:

The cartoon-like face, equipped with a frown on these Marc by Marc Jacobs Frowning Ballet Flats is reminiscent of Lidia from BeetleJuice,  a dark, brooding teenager that Juno would idolize.

Juno would save these Marc By Marc Jacobs Women’s “Miss Marc” Ballets for a day when she’s in a good mood, perhaps on the last day of classes, walking down the street with a gallon jug of Sunny D in hand.

The Betseyville Valencia Red Flats has the canvas uppers and rubber bottoms of a sneaker, but will be a nice alternative when Juno and Pauly Bleeker ditch the front stoop and stroll around the local mall instead.

Another Betseyville pick, the Betseyville Baylee Flat in Green will be reserved for when Juno’s StepMom tells her she needs to dress up for an event. Instead of sulking, Juno will stare at the anchor on her shoe strap and mutter sly jokes under her breath throughout the entire time.

While the other girls are donning sky-high heels and wedges to look even more statuesque in their cap and gown, Juno will sport these tri-colored Poetic License Lolly Flats, and you know what? I bet they’ll look even better!
Thinking about it now – I’d love to dress like Juno everyday — casual Friday just isn’t cutting it!

One of the best times I can recall, was being in college and going on “spring break.” It didn’t matter if it was to Florida, Mexico or beyond, as long as I was getting away from the books and dismally cold weather up north.

If you are lucky enough to be spending a week in the sun, whether you are in college or not, you are going to need to begin a checklist of the necessary footwear for this trip. I will save you the melodrama and actually make a brief list for you myself!

Item #1 : Flip Flops

You are going to be spending an awful lot of your daytime in a basic flip flop. Whether it’s poolside or on the beach, you want something that is comfortable, versatile and works best with water. Make it bright, bold and adorable, like with this Magnolia Jelly Sandal from BCBGirls.

Item #2 : Casual Sandals

If you are opting to go for a laid back evening (laid back on spring break, what?!), maybe just dinner and a show, you’re going to want something a little less subdued than your usual 4 inch party heels. Steve by Steve Madden’s Laplaya Sandals are a sunshiney way to relax. The loud yellow color also works well with a variety of sundresses.

Item #3 : Party Heels

What would spring break be without the endless partying? You are probably going to need more than one pair of party heels, but here’s one to get you started. Skip the lifeless forms of black leather pumps. Instead shimmer and shine, and dance the night away, in these Bracelet Heels by Charles David.

Item # 4: The Tag-Along

Spring break is made for the pedicure. You live to give your little piggies wiggle room this time of year, but it isn’t a bad idea to bring along with you, a pair of closed toe shoes, as well. Tropical regions tend to get rain here and there, and nobody wants you to leave your feet out in the cold, wet weather. These Betsey Johnson Viva Flats are a pretty pink color, perfect for spring break wardrobes, but also function as a convenient slip-on shoe, for when the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Now unless you are the most simple minded in fashion sense I have ever met, you’re probably going to need to times each item on this list, at least once. I know that a shoe fashionista as myself would never get along with only 4 pairs of shoes during spring break. However, it can be done! We hope this sits as a nice starting point for all you lucky spring breakers out there. Bon voyage and be safe!