star [studded] summers

So we all know someone from middle school, high school, or maybe even now who was (and maybe still is) going through the "punk rock stage" and oh so distastefully rocking the studs: be it belt, shoes, or any type of hideous jewelry in desperate attempts to create some type of  fashion statement.....

Well for those of you out there....studs are finally making their way mainstream. 

For those of you who don't know already, I am all about the cheap bargains as much as I am for the occasional splurge. And luckily (although sometimes unfortunate on my wallet) I am constantly adding on to my collection of clothes in the closet. However, I go through these phases where no matter how much selection I have in my closet, I am bored of everything hanging inside. Lately I've been feeling this way, and I've had multiple conversations with some people close to me who seem to be experiencing quite the same thing. I thought adding on to my clothes collection was the answer to sprucing up a boring closet and adding variety, but I found the answer in a fundamental basic: accessories!

Shoes, bags, and accessories are definitely a more fun alternative to constantly going out and buying new clothes for the sake of satisfying that mundane feeling you have about your day to day outfits. For the purpose of this entry, I will focus on studs! Lately, I have been finding more and more people rocking the studs in a quite fashion friendly and tasteful way! Not to mention, many designers have caught on to this trend and are constantly releasing beautiful and chic pieces that are sure to spice up any bland outfit! So for those of you who are bored with your summer wardrobe, do not lose hope!

It's the summer time, and I know that this is the season to dress up and look cute because 1, we aren't obligated by anything like school so we have the extra time to spend on primping ourselves and 2, there are plenty of places to be and to be seen! So take a look at some of these awesome studded accessories and add them (or things like these you can find almost anywhere) to your collection of accessories. Studs are more readily accessible in a variety of different places now-a-days, and if you are looking for bargains I'd definitely start at places like Forever 21 (MY all time favorite!!), Target, and stores you can find at any mall then move your way up to designers like Marc Jacobs, Michael Kohrs,  Betsey Johnson and even the highest end names like Burberry....something as simple as a studded belt, piece of jewelry, a handbag, or even studded shoes are sure to make your summer wardrobe a little more exciting.

Items featured above (Click on images to enlarge):

American Eagle Pyramid Stud Bracelet
Forever 21 Pyramid Stud Bangle
Forever 21 Pyramid Chain Bracelet
Forever 21 Studded Leatherette Shoulder Bag 

Forever 21 Pyramid Trim Leatherette Tote

Forever 21 Pyramid Stud Flats
Forever 21 Belted Stretch Cotton Skirt
Forever 21 Crackled Lamé Jewel Flats
Forever 21 Studded Ankle Boots
Forever 21 Pyramid Skinny Belt
Forever 21 Quilted Pyramid Shoulder Bag
Forever 21 Rocker Nights Belt 

Items Featured Above (Click on images to enlarge)

 Forever 21 Vixen Studded Boot 

Target.com Melie Bianco Pyramid Satchel 

Urban Outfitters Stone Pyramid Stud Earrings

Forever 21 Pyramid Stud Clutch
Forever 21 Pyramid Stud Elastic Bracelet 

Betsey Johnson Deborah Wedge

Burberry Pyramid Studded Rocker Sandals

Michael Kohrs Pyramid Stud Belt

Han Cholo Spiked Rocker Ring
Marc Jacobs Sweet Punk Debbie Handbag
Burberry Gold Pyramid Bangle
Marc Jacobs Pyramid Stud Clutch

Items feature above (Click on images to enlarge)

Marc Jacobs Studded Leather Bracelet (multi-color)
Armani Exchange Pyramid Stud Bowler
Marc by Marc Jacobs Pyramid Stud Sunglasses
Sonia Rykeil Pyramid Studded Messenger Bag

Betsey Johnson Black Pyramid Stud Watch
Betsey Johnson Red Leather Pyramid Stud Satchel
Bebe Pyramid Stud Belt
Bebe Pyramid Stud Purple Leather Satchel
Blu Punk Chic Bracelet from Max&Chloe

I hope that these items have provided some inspiration to spicing up your summer wardrobe!!

Enjoy ;]

PS. This post is for you Crave!