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The sneakers have super subtle gunmetal pyramid studs with give them a major edge without being incredibly flashy. We’re not going to lie but we were totally surprised when we found out they were Diesel and only $135.

You can get your hands on them by going to ssense.com.

Macho, macho – fail.

Where to begin? Black fringe, silver studs and mini-lockets, oh my! CLEARLY, none of these elements belong on khaki-colored converse. That is – unless you’re 6-foot-ten, 250 and respond to “The Hammer.”

The new collaboration is ready for pre-order at the Ugg website now. I don’t know about you, but I’m not really impressed. The only one that isn’t completely trashy and “Long Island Princess”-ish is the Siobhan, a Donegal Cable knit cashmere blend boot detailed with antique nickel studs, lamb suede fringe detailed with antique nickel double faced studs.

Take a look for yourself and tell me which one is you favorite.

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Erin Wasson @ Elle Italia Aug 2010

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yum, Burberry I think.

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Gianvito Rossi ‘Organza’ Sandals

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So I have trench fever, and I currently want to wear nothing but double-breasted trenches until summer.  If only If only.  My mom found these amazing faux Isabel Marant heels at some small boutique in Shanghai the other day, and they are positively divine!! How I love China’s ability to knockoff anything…

Trench:  Burberry

Blouse:  H&M

Tee: F21

Tights:  H&M

Shorts: F21

Heels: Babala in China

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The ever-chic Parisian  from Le Blog de Betty never ceases to put together phenomenal ensembles such as this. I love the fit of  her faux fur coat, and the studded heels and YSL bag are to die for. But can I just draw your attention to her ridiculously awesome sheer-panel jeans?! Apparently they’re from Urban Outfitters – I’m ordering a pair ASAP.

I’ve been on the lookout for a pair of studded earrings for quite some time, and finally, Oak carries a very reasonably prices pair from Anna Sheffield. These gunmetal plated earrings are mounted on a stainless steel post and go perfectly with any studded garb you might have!

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The merchandise at Oak keeps getting better and better, and just in comes this awesome black asymmetric studded skirt! Honestly, what’s better than leather (ok, it’s faux leather…but that’s besides the point), studs and zippers?

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Even though my style is slowly digressing from that grungy rocker look, I still find myself drooling over the items from Bess. Although the lookbook for Fall 2009 is nothing terribly new, (leather, studs, zippers and skin) these high quality items never fail to impress me. Check out what Bess has in store for this season:

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Gloves are not just made to keep your hands warm during the winter months, they have been worn by women as fashion items since the 13th century. Gloves became a symbol of status depending on the amount of embellishment, and the trends that catch on are often catapulted to the mainstream by a music of film fashion icon.

The above gloves, from the 1600′s, showcase linen embroidery that was typical of the time. The knitted gloves to the right held less social standing then the embroidered ones on the left.

Most flapper costumes come complete with satin opera gloves, a confusing addition because flappers are most often seen with bare arms or light crocheted gloves which were popular during the 1920′s.

During the 1940′s, after the war was over, glamorous opera gloves came back into style. Opera gloves remain popular in editorials today.

During the early 60′s opera gloves were still popular due to Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Audrey Hepburn’s influence as a fashion icon. 60′s secretaries wore short white gloves along with their sweater sets, girdles and high heels (think Mad Men chic).

The punk movement in the late 70′s sparked the trend of fingerless studded gloves worn by both men and women as strictly a fashion item, regardless of the season. Rainbow style gloves were also popular, commenting on the trends of the time.

In the 80′s lace gloves were popularized by Madonna in Desperately Seeking Susan. Fingerless gloves were also popular during this time. Thankfully the combination of these trends is mostly left to halloween costumes and 80′s theme parties.

Gloves in the new millennium have taken on many diverse styles. These Gucci gloves (left) from Fall 07 represent the constant use to embellished leather since the 70′s. Fingerless gloves have once again become popular, a trend we can attribute to the phenomenon of texting. Patricia Field’s gloves (right) are an example of how gloves have taken on a life of their own besides just keeping the wearer warm.

What do you think will be the next trend in gloves?

What do you guys think? Cool or not?

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Cesar Paciotti created this shoe in honor of Dita Von Teese. Weird since I’ve never seen her wear any form of platform, but the sequins and studs def seemd like Dita.

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