Trend Alert: Studs

From left: Frye, Kate Spade, Loeffler Randall and Enzo Angiolini

Studs are already emerging as a major trend for fall ’12, said Neiman Marcus SVP and fashion director Ken Downing. Frye’s leather flat gets an edgy update with both oversized and micro-mini embellishments, while Kate Spade’s demure suede ballet style is a girly interpretation with blue and gold studs and a patent bow. Loeffler Randall’s offering might convey “less is more,” but Enzo Angiolini’s bootie proves plenty of studs can work on any heel height.