Stud obsession

There's something so edgy and sexy about studded clothing and accessories that I find very irresistible. The decorative hardware toughens up any outfit and you don't have to be a biker or punk to rock out this look with confidence. This is a bold look so, as is the case with many trends, the trick to effortlessly incorporating it into your style is to do it in moderation.

One celebrity devotee of this look is Rihanna who is often seen wearing numerous stylish articles such as the studded bag, skirt and bracelets in the photos below.

photos courtesy ultimate-rihanna.com and justjared.buzznet.com

A few of my favourite (and currently unattainable) studded items are these Christian Louboutin 'Ariella' boots, Burberry 'Warrior' bag and Carrie's belt from the Sex and the City movie.

photos courtesy elleuk.com, elitechoice.org and patriciafield.com

Below are some fab and very affordable studded items that may interest you.

Tiered Stud Dress
Price: US$28.99
http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3163947&cp=&sr=1&origkw=stud&kw=stud&parentPage=search&searchId=


Bold Square Stud Design Headband
Price:US$4.99
http://stores.channeladvisor.com/cutesyshoes/items/item.aspx?itemid=4929581

Metallic Stud Bag
Price: US$29.00
http://www.spiegel.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=33378145

ASOS Studded Fingerless Leather Glove
Price: UK £15.00 (US$32.45)
http://www.asos.com/Kimberly-Stewart/Asos/Studded-Fingerless-Leather-Glove/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=286059&cid=4174&clr=Black&sh=0

Gold Stud Triangle Top and Gold Stud Bottom (sold separately)
Price: US$19.50 each
Top: http://www.wetseal.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=12480
Bottom: http://www.wetseal.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=12481

Colin Stuart® Studded t-strap sandal
Price: US$49.00
http://www2.victoriassecret.com/commerce/application/prodDisplay/?namespace=productDisplay&origin=onlineProductDisplay.jsp&event=display&prnbr=9B-207536&cgname=OSKEYSHUZZZ&rfnbr=4782

Black 3 Row Alternate Pyramid Studded Leather Belt
Price: US$16.00
http://www.bodypunks.com/product.asp?sku=BPIBELT005&browseby=category&category=ROOT/Belts/&material=&producttype=&gauge=&brand=BodyPUNKS&size=

Black Studded Aviator Sunglasses
Price: US$11.25
http://www.torrid.com/torrid/store/product.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302024217&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442172540&bmUID=1217272275752

Danbistyle Studded Vest
Price: US$48.00
http://www.yesstyle.com/en/Product.aspx?pid=1011093747

Xhilaration® Stud Stretch Bracelet
Price: US$11.99
http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/602-2305275-3793419?ASIN=B0019SXPC2&AFID=Froogle&LNM=B0019SXPC2|Xhilaration_Stud_Stretch_Bracelet_Silvertone&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=B0019SXPC2&ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001