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Trend Alert: Embellished Style

Embellished accents were major fashion feature this summer. Look for the hardware trend to remain a must-have for fall. From studs to stones eye popping textures will give your style some added dimension this season. Check out the latest adorned accessories on the market as seen on your favorite stars.
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Decorate Yourself

Embellished accents were major fashion feature this summer. Look for the hardware trend to remain a must-have for fall. From studs to stones eye popping textures will give your style some added dimension this season. Check out the latest adorned accessories on the market as seen on your favorite stars.

By Qianna Smith

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Handy Work

Keri Hilson looks stunning in studded gloves and matching bra while performing in Tokyo, Japan. Channel your inner Michael Jackson this fall and rock a pair of gloves adorned with heavy metal that are tough, but very chic.

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Pointer Sister

Pop star Solange Knowles does not need too much body guard protection with this sexy pointy studded leather jacket. The cropped style of this jacket is very girlie and can be worn with a tank dress and leggings or just a cute tee and jeans.

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Fashion Investment

Bold layers this fall will set your style apart. We’re lovin’ studded vests that look so sexy paired with a leather pencil skirt.

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Bold Beads

Oscar nominated beauty Taraji P. Henson sparkles in this satin lime green dress with adorned black beaded bodice. Embellished accents come in all different styles from beads to jewels so you’re sure to find something that suits your style.

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Double Dose of Style

Leave it to Pastry designers Vanessa Simmons and Angela Simmons to cleverly rock a few embellished accessories to make their flirty style extra glam. Vanessa rocks a slim studded belt and Angela goes for a little bling on her wrist. Remember too much of one trend is never a good look so wear it in small doses.

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Belt It

If the First Lady can sport studs so can you! Mrs. Obama looks polished yet on trend with this Azzedine Alaïa studded belt that makes this basic outfit young and stylish.

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Details Count

Unleash your inner rock star with these stunning belts! Remember small things like belts, earrings and shoes help complete an outfit to give you a totally pulled together look.

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Tea Time

Curvy cutie Chrisette Michele looks young and flirty wearing a bedazzled tee on the ‘Late Show with David Letterman’ in New York City. Wear this flashy sparkly tee to the office with a blazer or out and about with the girls with cool bomber leather jacket.

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Zip It Up

Leave it to model Selita Ebanks to take a design from the runway and make it look fab in reality. Take cue from the Victoria Secret catwalk queen and don a dress with zippers and jewels for a night out on the town.

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Bag Lady

Actress Eva Marcille arrives at the Unveiling of Rapper Hazel-E at Smash in Hollywood, California sporting a studded messenger bag. Will you be carrying a heavy metal accented bag this season?

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Bold Bags

Get ready to rock out in style carrying a adorned in gold-tone hardware. Studding and chain details are very necessary for fall.

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Friendly Fashionistas

Looking fashion forward at the 2009 BET Awards singers Keisha Cole and Monica both rock embellish designs. From Cole’s jeweled bustier to Monica’s studded accents on her jacket these R&B ladies are on trend.

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Walk This Way

Beyoncé knows shoes makes the outfit and kills it wearing this embellished pumps that are sure scene stealers.

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Hardware

Greek chic mixed with rebellious rocker makes these gladiator sandals absolutely fabulous. Get studly and step your shoe game up this summer.

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