Recession Chic - Leather And Studs For $50 Or Less
by Ida Hsiang
Oct 22, 2010 2:58 PM PDT
Like black and white, fine wine and cheese and Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, another classic and familiar combination is leather and studs. Studded leather accessories are immediately edgy by nature with it's metallic detailing and rugged fabrication and can add spice to any ensemble. With looks ranging from hard-core rockstar to pieces with just a touch of rocker-chic appeal, a studded leather accessory is a new must-have item!
Plus, there's no need to spend big bucks to get in on this accessories trend. Rock a studded wrap bracelet or a cool pair of studded leather hoop earrings with a girly ruffled ensemble, or get a truly unique piece that gives you a stylishly sexy, but wearable 'dominatrix' vibe.
So what are you? Sweet girl-next-door with a little spunk, or the cool rebel from across the tracks? Click our slideshow to see a selection of studded leather accessories for every type of gal, and all for $50 or less!
Bag Of The Week: Alexander Wang Pyramid Clutch
by Alex Gambardella
Mar 18, 2010 6:50 AM PDT
Leave it up to Alexander Wang to create a bag that somehow looks so "out there," yet at the same time has the classic feel of a long-standing staple that simply belongs in your wardrobe! Aside from its revolutionary shape, the Darla Clutch isn't too different from any trendy pebbled leather, zip-closure, studded handheld bag... but that pyramid shape takes the interest level up a few dozen notches. I mean, who says a clutch has to be rectangular anyway? It's just as easy to hang on to as the square-shaped bags in your arsenal, and hey -- you might even be able to fit more night-out must-haves in it, as long as you don't bust the zipper. But let's face it -- this bag's primary focus is lookin' fine, not being functional... but my guess is that it's a multitasker! And at $490, I sure hope it's more than just eye candy!
What: the Alexander Wang Darla Pyramid Clutch
