Tell me about it, stud. Thanks to Khaite's supersized studs of last season - we're talking jackets, bags, belts and boots - and Alaïa's embellished ballet flats, the fashion pack have become somewhat obsessed with all things studded. And it appears this heavy-duty trend is going nowhere fast. Across the autumn/winter '24 catwalks, designers reached for the studs on countless occasions. Oversized studs adorned waists at Loewe while at Hermès, silver balls extended the motorsports mood and Junya Watanabe's pyramid-studded belts were worn slung low across the body.
But it's not just high-fashion that has embraced hardware, across the high-street and beyond there are plenty of more purse-friendly options. Next has hopped onto this trend with embellished flats and heels whilst AllSaints has the perfect studded denim shirt that you'll wear on repeat all year long.
How to wear the studded trend
Whilst studded accessories are an easy addition to any outfit, I've taken it one step further with studded clothes. Case in point, this eyelet studded midi skirt by Leem. Coming in at £125, this skirt will soon earn its worth easily transforming from daywear to night time outfits. For a straightforward, simple outfit idea, pair with a grey roll neck, loafers or stomper boots and then, come the evening, opt for a black strapless top and long heeled boots. I did just that the other day when I had to be at the office all day and a friend's birthday in the evening. I don't want to boast but my skirt received more compliments than the birthday girl.
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This eyelet skirt is currently the most-worn item in my wardrobe, I've been wearing it with long boots and a simple jumper for an easy outfit. Size wise, this style comes up a little bigger than usual, so either opt for your usual size or size down for a higher waist fit.
www.cos.com
Easiest way to try a trend? Look for studded accessories – these COS sandals give just the right amount of shine.
www.pullandbear.com
Look for XXL studs when it comes to earrings – this under £10 pair nail that brief.
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Available in cherry red, too, Mango's studded leather shoulder bag brings a touch of Y2K to the trend.
www.bimbaylola.com
Branch out from black and opt for ice-white leather and silver studded flats – these also come in a cool chocolate brown shade, too.
www.allsaints.com
Trust AllSaints to perfect the studded jacket. This is a spring upgrade to the usual black leather bikers.
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Isabel Marant Bubble Studded Leather Belt
Add a toughened up touch to any outfit with a studded belt, ideally Isabel Marant's bubble-stud offering which will look perfect worn with a simple black maxi dress come summer.
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For a variation on simple round studs, look for an oval shape instead - available in a gold-tone, too.
www.harveynichols.com
Khaite's trademarked dome studded bag is top of our dream wardrobe shopping list.
www.next.co.uk
Add a little interest to your shoedrobe and swap plain leather heels for something shinier. This £42 pair by Next are also available in camel leather to make a change from black.
Julia Harvey is the Shopping Editor for Grazia UK for the past two and a half years, overseeing and editing all things shopping for the title from trend pages, gift guides and the best things to buy now in both print and online.