A big must-have for this summer is a pair of studded shoes.  Women have been spotted wearing this eye-catching trend all over town, day and night!  Designers like Suecomma Bonnie and (the classic) Christian Louboutin have studded up the runway this time of year.

Although studs may seem like a darker and more autumn/winter look, bedazzled footwear has made a summer appearance.  In this sweltering heat, women tend to dress more casual and simplistic, but adding a pair of studded stilettos or boots (Jeffrey Campbell has a good selection) will give that “wow-affect” to any look, including a white T-shirt and cut-offs.  Another summer tip is to buy a pair of jazzed up sandals, which will be both comfortable appropriate for these upcoming sunny days.  For the recessionista, Steve Madden makes a great pair of metal-accessorized gladiators, so stud up your style, even as the temperature climbs!

Jeffrey Campbell Tick Silver Studded Bootie

Jeffrey Campbell adds flare to these boots with a studded wedge!

Steve Madden Banglez Sandal

This Steve Madden Sandal is the perfect summer-studded accessory!

Sonia Rykiel Studded Red Platform

I love the color and the detail on this pair of Sonia Rykiel Platforms (also available in black)

By Harley Werner