Spring 2012 Trend Watch: Bold Pumps

Apr 27th 2012 at 9:30PM by StyleBakery

Reason number 300 that we love spring: it provides us with ample reason to wear absurd amounts of color, often all at once. While we don't suggest stepping out in every shade of the rainbow at one time, we do recommend going color-crazy for pieces you wouldn't normally, such as the practical pump.

The reliable work shoe goes bold and daring at the turn of the season, showing up in a welcome spate of beyond-bold hues that run the gamut from primaries gone wild to zingy neons. These Betsey Johnson Vollume Pumps ($109.95) really set the tone with their coral peep toe and paisley-patterned fabric.

Step out in a pair of dazzling green heels and you're sure to turn heads. These BCBGMAXAZRIA Fondley Pumps ($195) show the combined elegance of sultry green satin and a right on-trend, glossy platform.

If not now, when? This is the best time of the year to break out the rainbow-patterned pumps. These juicy Nine West Colourcode Peep-Toe Pumps ($69.32) make it entirely possible to pull off yellow, purple, teal and pink all at once. Phenomenal with a sleek sheath dress for a fun pop of color!

Dare to pair two completely opposing shades with one another for an adventurous look. These Jessica Simpson Bede 2 Platform Open-Toe Pumps ($67.99) marry patent coral leather and a pop of maroon - and they're clearly a match made in heaven.

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