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<\/a>Photo: Chris Brown\/Flickr<\/a><\/em><\/p>\nNeon signs get a bad rap. Often associated with beer brands and seedy businesses, their popularity began to fade in the 1970s. Today, the fluorescent lights are making somewhat of a comeback \u2014\u00a0not atop theatre marquees, but on desktops and living room walls. Keep scrolling for seven brilliant examples of how to decorate with neon lights.<\/span><\/p>\n LED lighting is the neon of the 21st century. It consumes less energy, is easier to maintain and won\u2019t leak noxious gasses if dropped on the floor. Make a bold statement with this LED light in a plug-in design from Urban Outfitters. <\/span><\/p>\n Even if you\u2019ve never bawled your eyes out to the closing scenes of <\/span>The Outsiders<\/span><\/i>, you can still appreciate the positive message of this hand crafted sign. \u201cStay gold, Ponyboy….st…stay gold\u2026\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Look sharp with this cactus sculpture that can be mounted on the wall or displayed on a flat surface. The design features vibrant green neon lights and a yellow flower detail.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019ve ever been accused of having an overactive imagination, this neon sign is for you. Add a bit of whimsy to your space with a mythical animal head that glows white. <\/span><\/p>\n Neon signs can be expensive (expect to shell out\u00a0around $400 for a custom piece), but Etsy seller <\/span>ShopPrettyUtopian<\/span><\/a> offers a wide array of \u201cneon effect\u201d designs mounted on reclaimed wood. Plus, they come ready to hang, so there are no messy wires to corral.<\/span><\/p>\n Struggling to find a gift for that friend who is an avid cyclist? This quirky, multi-colored neon sign might not help them beat their personal best, but it will illuminate their living room. <\/span><\/p>\n Embrace the power of \u201cwhat if\u201d with this thought-provoking neon sign. Hang it in your home office to get the creative juices flowing. <\/span><\/p>\n Fluorescent lights are making somewhat of a comeback \u2014 not atop theatre marquees, but on desktops and living room walls.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":157269,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","apple_news_api_created_at":"","apple_news_api_id":"","apple_news_api_modified_at":"","apple_news_api_revision":"","apple_news_api_share_url":"","apple_news_coverimage":0,"apple_news_coverimage_caption":"","apple_news_is_hidden":false,"apple_news_is_paid":false,"apple_news_is_preview":false,"apple_news_is_sponsored":false,"apple_news_maturity_rating":"","apple_news_metadata":"\"\"","apple_news_pullquote":"","apple_news_pullquote_position":"","apple_news_slug":"","apple_news_sections":[],"apple_news_suppress_video_url":false,"apple_news_use_image_component":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11269],"tags":[],"coauthors":[8647],"apple_news_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\n1. LED Curved Sign from <\/b>Urban Outfitters<\/b><\/a>, $129<\/b><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: urbanoutfitters.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n2.\u00a0Stay Gold Sign from Neon Mfg.<\/a>, $169.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: neonmfg.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n3.\u00a0Cactus Neon Sign from Wayfair<\/a>, $79.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: wayfair.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n4.\u00a0Unicorn Desktop Neon from Neon Mfg.<\/a>, $99.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: neonmfg.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n5.\u00a0Avocado Neon Effect Sign from Etsy<\/a>, $36.60<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: etsy.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n6.\u00a0Bicycle Neon Sign from Wayfair<\/a>, $82.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: wayfair.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n7.\u00a0What If Sign from <\/b>Neon Mfg.<\/b><\/a>, $159.99<\/b><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Photo: neonmfg.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n