Fall 2012 Trend: Studded Shoes

Everyone loves a good girl. Visit the children’s section at any store, and you’ll notice that vast expanses of pink ruffles stretch as far as the eye can see. But sometimes good girls just want to go bad. And when they do, a studded shoe can toughen up even the sweetest wardrobe.

Spikes and studs have long been a staple of the punk subculture. For years, rock and roll boys and girls alike have complemented their black eyeliner with studded collars and spiky wristbands and heavily metallic belts. But even if you prefer bubblegum pop to anarchic thrash, you can still take a walk on the wild side by adding a hint of an edge to your ensemble. Picking one studded accessory can help you toughen up your look without committing fashion overkill. Studded shoes happen to be incredibly on-trend right now, so you’ll have a plethora of options as you begin to fully express your inner bad girl.

Ballet flats are the quintessential good girl shoes. Their sleek and unassuming lines are the perfect match to an A-line dress with a sweetheart neckline or to a classic combo of khakis and a sweater set. Ballet flats truly are an iconic staple of the nice girl wardrobe, but you can make them feel fresh and fashion forward with the judicious application of studs and spikes. The Amber Flat by Lovely People is a great example of how even a sweet shoe can become an edgy fashion statement. At first glance, the black suede appears to be dotted with rhinestones or jewels: upon further inspection though, it becomes apparent that this bling has a decidedly rock and roll edge. The black and silver combo is as rock and roll as it gets, but the simple lines ensure that even the nicest girl will feel comfortable sporting these ballet flats with a twist.

You can wear these streamlined shoes with a little black dress to give an unconventional twist to your outfit for a dinner on the town. Or for maximum fashion effect, pair them with skinny jeans and a black boat neck top to evoke the style of classic good girl icon Audrey Hepburn. Either way don’t be afraid to embellish your wardrobe with studded shoes. Through judicious and subtle use of one of today’s hottest trends, you can prove that it’s good to be bad.

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