Gossip Girl Fashion: Wow in a Bright Dress Like Blake Lively

Let’s face it, Blake Lively (Serena) doesn’t have to do much to stand out in a crowd. But when the Gossip Girl star paired a bright orange Gucci dress and leopard print Christian Louboutin pumps for the 2011 Teen Choice Awards, we’re sure she managed to make even the least style-conscious of onlookers do a double (maybe even a triple) take.

Seeking a bit of that “wow” factor ourselves — without looking like a walking piece of produce — we started to look for similar bold citrus-hued dresses. Our findings: Pretty much any bright color worn in the form of a short and sweet dress makes for a knockout combination.

Try this look in any color of the rainbow:

Topshop Orange Sleeveless Tuck Shift Dress, $95; Oasis Summer Green One Shoulder Sheer Frill Dress, $33; Topshop Red 3D Flower Shift Dress, $100; Oasis Yellow Pleat Short Skater Dress, $65; Topshop Royal Blue Lace Sweetheart Neckline Bodycon Dress, $80; Dress Up Topshop Pink Cutout Bodycon Dress, $50; Dorothy Perkins Orange Fit and Flare Dress, $49; Topshop Violet Structured Sleeveless Skater Dress, $95; Acidic Cutout Dress, $68; Club Red Dress, $50