STAND OUT VIA STUDDED BAGS

Make an impression this fall with studded handbags, wallets, clutches, phone cases and more.  This trend continues to be in style and glams up your look!

HandBags

Tory Burch Studded Satchel

Topshop Leather Studded and Clip Bag, $170

Michael Kors Hamilton Large Studded Tote, $378

Steve Madden Studded Tote (black, gray, taupe, cognac), $97.99

Nine West Chails Studded Mini Barrel Bag

Marni Off-White Shoulder Handbag (fabulous for fall with navy, black, gray, or colored look)

Clutches

Studded Clutch by Lori's Shoes, $48.95

 

Aila Green Palm Spike Clutch with Gold Studs, $316.26

Cross-Body Bags

Boston Proper Rose Bold Studded Bag, $198

Rebecca Minkoff Studded Suede Cross Body Bag, $195

Valentino and Ruthie Davis are go-to designers for studded bags and shoes.  If you have a high-end budget, check them out.  Ruthie Davis available at Neiman Marcus.

EYE CATCHING ACCESSORIES AND SHOES

Have you ever wanted to wear an outfit but you feel that your all black dress or suit makes people think you are going to a funeral instead of showing your style?  Add some fun jewelry, purses, or shoes of interest so people remember the statement that your outfit makes.

This clutch, by Bebe, screams personality.  I love the pink and the feathers.  No one will forget you while carrying this.  A feathered version always catches your eye.  This BCBG Portia feather clutch is available in blue, lime green, or black for $148.

 

Add statement shoes, such as this pair by Sam Edelman studded black velvet pump for $225, available at Cusp and Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus or Sam Edelman Lorissa for $119.99.  Zara's peep toe with flower at $79.99 is a great option.  The flower at the ankle grabs your attention.

   

Wow them with your accessories this season!

Color Blocking

This trend can be worn in bold, vibrant ways via your clothing or in subtler ways with accessories, shoes, and purses.  Strategically placed, contrasting, yet complimentary, bold and bright colors paired together creating a unique look.  This trend launched at the spring 2011 runways and is still going strong.

Vince Camuto is known for his beautiful shoes and offers many styles with color blocking.  This is one of my favorites for the vibrant colors used.  Available at Lori's Shoes for $124.95, the Jorgie by Vince Camuto.

http://www.lorisshoes.com/brands/vince-camuto/vnc-jorgie.html?from=453

BCBG also offers a few styles with color-blocking.  Here is a BCBGeneration called Perries, available at Nordstrom's for $109.95.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/bcbgeneration-perries-pump/3248917?origin=category&resultback=1170

Here is a BCBG A Woman's Debra Colorblock Wrap Dress, for $248 from Amazon.com.

http://www.amazon.com/BCBGMAXAZRIA-Womens-Colorblock-Begonia-Medium/dp/B005QJYMJ0/ref=sr_1_2?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1323875943&sr=1-2

This is a purple and teal color block clutch by Moyna, available from Neiman Marcus $112.

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/Moyna-Beaded-Colorblock-Clutch-Dark-Purple-Teal-Shoulder-Bags/prod144090529/?ecid=NMCIGoogleBaseFeed&003=5840816&010=V11UH&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=prod144090529skuDARKPURPL

Color blocking can be done with neutrals as well, such as black, grey, navy, brown, and skin color or nude.