For those in the know, the resurgence of the 90s studded bag won't come as a surprise. With a rebellious spirit, this punk-inflected accessory has been steadily reclaiming its place in our handbag collections. At the helm of this revival is one brand in particular, Khaite, which has truly set the standard for studded accessories, led by the coveted Elena Studded Bag.
Net-A-Porterwww.net-a-porter.com
Khaite's Elena bag is made from suede and features silver circle studs. Unlike some designer bags, this one is incredibly practical, with space inside your phone and cards and a wide strap that means it can be worn on your shoulder comfortably.
Khaite isn't the only name championing the style, as studded bags have steadily peppered the catwalks at Alaia, A.W.A.K.E Mode and Chloé. Valentino offered a studded tote that anchored one of the collection's most memorable looks in its spring/summer 2025 runway; a suede mustard bag, embellished with oversized metallic studs, that created a punk-meets-sharp-tailoring look.
Aside from the runway, studded bags have also been seen on countless celebrities; EmRata, Alexa Chung and Lily-Rose Depp are reaching for the effortless cool Gimaguas Franca bag. Launched in 2023, the bag became an instant sell-out, with each restock disappearing in mere hours. Of course, the allure of the bag is down to its hardware, as the leather outer is decorated with gleaming silver studs, offering the kind of nonchalant edge that makes it an easy go-to for street stylers.
As is always the case, where high fashion leads, the high street follows with remarkable dexterity. Case in point: Mango's latest offering - a supple leather bag embellished with metallic spheres that bear a striking resemblance to the luxury iterations gracing the arms of front-row regulars. Mango's iteration is made from bovine leather and features similar decorative balls on the brown suede exterior, and it will save you over £2,500 compared to its designer counterpart.
Mango shop.mango.com
Mango's embellished bag is so incredibly chic it almost looks designer. With silver decorative balls scattered around the bag and a large ring that means the bag can be worn different ways, use the bag to elevate a simple outfit, like a t-shirt and jeans.
With designers embracing embellishment in increasingly nuanced ways, and high street labels following suit, hardware-heavy pieces are here to stay. Whether you're drawn to the cool Gimaguas Franca, the sophistication of the Khaite Elena, or Mango's high street take on tough-luxe accessories, we've rounded up the best studded bags that are available to shop below.
Shop: The Best Studded Bags
Farfetchwww.farfetch.com
The Franca bag was so popular at one point, the brand admitted to having trouble keeping it in stock. Featuring a single shoulder strap, internal pocket and calf leather outer, there's no better time to invest in the sell-out style (while it's in stock, too).
Stradivarius www.stradivarius.com
Stradivarius has a studded bag that's super affordable and comes in multiple different colours, including this tan colour, which is a particular favourite.
Mint Velvet mintvelvet.com
A favourite among influencers, Mint Velvet has its own suede boho embellished bag, complete with knotted shoulder strap and seam detailing. Lean into the almost-Chloé style bag by pairing with a double-denim ensemble.
Selfridges www.selfridges.com
Butter yellow is certainly having its moment right now, and this Jaded London bag is the perfect shade of butter-yellow-meets beige. The bag has a thick shoulder strap, as well as an all-over eyelet embellishment style and internal zip pocket.
Harvey Nicholswww.harveynichols.com
Isabel Marant isn't a brand that shies away from embellishments either. This style has silver stud embellishments, a detachable top handle and internal card slot. The best part? The bag can be worn two ways, with the shorter shoulder strap, or a longer crossbody strap.
John Lewiswww.johnlewis.com
John Lewis, like much of the fashion space, chose to partner with A.W.A.K.E Mode on a high-low collaboration. This bag is a standout from said collection, featuring those all-important silver embellishments, suede exterior and magnetic closure.
Pull & Bearwww.pullandbear.com
For a really affordable take on the studded bag trend, Pull & Bear has this suede style that bears a resemblance to the Khaite style. Available in black and this gorgeous beige, the bag comes with a short shoulder strap and magnetic clasp opening. Take advantage of its neutral shade and style with brighter colours for spring.
Anthropologie www.anthropologie.com
You've probably seen Anthropologie's Melie bag before, if not many, many times. The woven bag went viral last year as the ultimate dupe for Bottega Veneta's famous Jodie style. Now, the brand have taken the style one step further and have released it with newly added silver embellishments.
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Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia, where she tracks down viral pieces and is as comfortable navigating the M&S new-in page as she is dissecting the latest celebrity look - yes, she can tell you exactly where a specific coat is from. When not writing, shopping or scrolling Instagram (find hers here), Gemma will likely be dreaming up her next holiday (and what she's going to wear).