Many of you know me because I cover what your favorite Real Housewives are wearing, but what many readers don’t realize is that my personal style doesn’t often reflect what the Housewives wear. Sure I wear some brands and trends that they sport, but my personal style definitely varies from theirs., even if I do like what they are wearing. And although I love many types of style, I would definitely have to say I’m a little more Kim Kardashian than Kim Richards.  My closet (and wish list) are full of leather leggings, studs, animal print, blazers and skull embellishments.  Sound scary? It’s not when you mix the pieces the right way to get a rocker chic femme look.

I am in love with the fact that the spike and stud trend is carrying on into Fall 2012, and I just had to share the Style Stealers I’ve come across for my favorites studded pieces from Versace and Balmain.  It’s an important trend coming up, so mix it up into your wardrobe with these pieces that are primarily under $100 and be a stud (you knew it was coming) when September hits, even if you don’t have a Balmain bank account.

The Looks: 

Versace Studded Pencil Skirt White

Versace Studded Leather Pencil Skirt SOLD OUT $1043

Style Stealer:

Victorias Secret Studded Pencil Skirt

Victoria’s Secret Studded Pencil Skirt $99

(Black belt not advised)

Balmain Studded Leather jacket

Balmain Studded Leather Jacket $3815 (& Up)

Style Stealer

Akira Studded  Spiked Leather White Moto Jacket

Akira Roxanne Cropped Spike Leather Jacket  $178.90 *In My Closet*

Katie Perry Versace Studded Dress White and Gold

Versace Studded Leather Dress $7,025

Style Stealer:


Amy Childs Daniella Studded Dress $94.79

*For those who have asked,  yes I have ordered clothing from Lipsy and it’s fabulous,

but do go up a size as it can run a bit small*

Versace for H & M Black Studded Dress

Versace for H & M Black Studded Dress $196

Style Stealers:

Body Con Bandeau Studded Dress Black

River Island Body Con Bandeau Studded Dress SALE $51.09

ASOS Body Con Studded Dress

ASOS Body Con Studded Dress $78

Fergie J'Aton Couture Studded Leather Black Dress

Fergie in a J’Aton Couture Sculptural Leather Studded Dress / Credit Trendury.com

*Keep an eye out for Austrailian designer J’Aton Couture, recently seen

on Kim Kardashian on the Cover or In Style Australia*

Style Stealer:

Abyss Belladonna Studded Peplum Dress White Silver

Abyss Studded Belladonna Peplum Dress $297

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