Are Studded Handbags All the Rage?
I think they are, but of course I might be a little biased!
The Story Behind the Nikki Studded Bag
It was meant to be wicked cool with a laid-back vibe - just like me ;) and my friend Nikki, of course! Ever since I met Nikki she has worked in radio, that's actually how we met, via our mutual Radio and Record friends. So it totally made sense to design a cool studded bag made to rock out at concerts for her!! (update: with new venue restrictions, we are looking at creating a venue friendly version of this studded bag). Nikki was a new mom, so I wanted something that would work for her lifestyle as a mom AND a cool radio chick.
When I first started to design our Nikki studded handbag, the goal was never to over-style the small crossbody bag, since Nikki (as you can see below) had a laidback fashion style. I wanted it to have a rock n roll vibe but I didn’t want to cover it entirely in studs. I wanted the rich leather to stand out and hold its own along side that edgy hardware.
I debuted this signature studded bag style in 2013, and while small details have been refined over the years, that original look and feel remain. Funny enough, I thought women would treat it as an evening bag, but it quickly became an everyday favorite small crossbody bag. The result has become one of our best selling styles! Currently available in 10 colors, from our Black Sand, River Rock and Stone Temple to Merlot and more. The hardest part is choosing which color!?
Built to Last - Durability You Can Depend On
The silhouette of our studded handbags keeps the interior narrow and streamlined so essentials never vanish into a big black hole. Our fun, colorful linings also make finding what you need a breeze. The inside slip pockets were originally sized for cell phones, but as phones got larger, most folks lean on the outside back zipper pocket instead. Now those interior pockets are perfect for charging cords, gum, lip gloss, lotion and more.
One of my favorite functionality touches has always been extending those outside pockets all the way to the base - most handbags stop short and end up with folds that show a leather crease over time. So frustrating! But ours are built to last.
Effortless Styling with Studded Bags
And styling her is super easy - whether you wear as a clutch or a small crossbody bag. I’ll throw mine over my well-worn jeans and vintage tee or my boho sundresses for an off-duty look that lets the studs whisper rather than shout. Swap whatever you feel comfortable in, clip on the adjustable strap, and suddenly you’re summer-ready for farmers’ markets or rooftop concerts.
The best part? This studded crossbody bag bridges generations. My mom in her 70's loves it and my 20-something interns, it's usually their favorite as well! It’s proof that a well-designed accessory can be a true classic, not a fleeting trend. Breaking the fashion barrier and making a cool hip style more accessible to all.
Why These Studded Handbags Are Here to Stay
Finally a bag that doesn't age you, steps us your fashion game and fits your essentials without weighing you down. Now I think that makes our studded crossbody bag, ALL THE RAGE ;)
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