Made in the ’80s? Well it’s not staying there! Neon is back, in a big (and bright!) way. Try pops of electric blue, yellow, pink, green and orange to get in the act, whether it’s a subtle stripe or a full-on look.
Iron man
Who said ironing was boring? This Hamilton Beach Nano iron’s electric blue stripe practically conducts its own electricity! $34.99 at Target
The reader
Reading glasses usually get a bad rap, but your grandma won’t be sporting these from Urban Outfitters! $18 at urbanoutfitters.com
Oh, snaps!
This bold LOMO Holga camera actually snaps pictures! If you have it, you might just get snapped yourself! $75 at fredflare.com
Mellow yellow?
Jogging or biking in the dark? Don’t worry about being overlooked again with American Apparel’s highlighter yellow hoodie.
$44 at American Apparel
Jean-ius!
They are still neon, but this yellow shade from Rich and Skinny is a bit easier to pull off. $148 at couturecandy.com
Cool girl staple
An oversized and worn-in boyfriend tee is the cool girl wardrobe staple. Snap up a neon version from Aqua.
$48 at Bloomingdale’s
Major, dude!
The new iPod Nano models come in a rainbow of colors. This pink one will really turn some heads.
$149.99 at Best Buy
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SALES CHECK
The weekend’s best sales and events
900 Shops
900 N. Michigan Ave.; 312-915-3916
shop900.com
The shopping center holds an event from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Guests receive exclusive discounts, treats, and the opportunity to win raffle prizes. Tickets are $20 in advance via shop900.com/brightpink or $25 on the day of the event at the Level 2 registration desk.
Gem
1710 North Damen Ave.; 773-384-7700
gemjewelryboutique.com
The store holds its semi-annual sale with 10 percent to 60 percent off most of its full-price items as well as an additional 10 percent off merchandise already 50 percent off through Sunday.
The Blues Jean Bar
2210 N. Halsted St.; 773-248-5326
thebluesjeanbar.com
Purchase a $30 Dollars for Scholars (illinoisdollarsforscholars.org) donation card at the store and receive 30 percent off all boutique purchases through Aug. 31.
Material Possessions
704 N. Wabash Ave., 312-280-4885
materialpossessions.com
The store holds its semi-annual sale with 20 percent to 50 percent off jewelry, bedding, placemats, napkins, napkin rings and bathroom accessories through July 26.
Halo [For Men]
1655 N. Damen Ave.; 773-342-4256
halochicago.com
The Bucktown location offers $15 off of ‘The Man’ (haircut and
treatment) service to new clients through Saturday.
The Daisy Shop
67 E. Oak St., sixth floor; 312-943-8880
daisyshop.com
The store offers 40 percent off summer clothing and 20 percent off summer accessories through Aug. 31.
Urban Spa Chic
1401 W. Hubbard St.; 312-492-8050
urbanspachic.com
The spa offers 20 percent off to its clients who try a new service through July 31.
The Drake Hotel
140 E. Walton Pl.; 312-787-2200
thedrakehotel.com
The hotel hosts bridal tea at the Palm Court featuring wedding gowns by Vera Wang as well as Joy Scott hats, and Mia Pezzi and TZEN jewelry. Sessions are Sunday from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m., and from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. For reservations, 312-932-4619 or e-mail shaun.rajah@hilton.com.
