Not that this fashion statement is new, per say, but a touch of punk rock has found itself back into the fashion mainstream once again. I'm not going to even attempt a full history of punk rock, because I'm sure I'll be wrong and all of you a bit more well versed in the music genre will judge me more than you already do. But, just to get some basics, the punk era first started in the 1970's- think The Clash, The Ramones, and The Sex Pistols. Aside from inspiring a generation of rebellious youth, they also influenced fashion. The punk rock fashion started with leather jackets and grew into mohawks, dark eyeliner, spike and studs, and a general "I don't give a F#$K attitude". It's a statement I can stand behind since I love leather, and as I often say, "I'd rather wear something that says F$#K off so I don't have to say it myself."
This thing almost became the vice president of America...seriously republicans? SERIOUSLY!? |
Yes, I'm a bit aggressive, but I'm not encouraging you all to become pitbull hockey moms, so relax.
Her abs will never stop making me feel bad about myself |
I wouldn't recommend you all to slap on 10 pounds of black eye liner and start wearing anarchy shirts, but I think punk rock glam has an important place in the fashion world beyond Avril Lavigne's closet. Yes, I just mentioned Avril Lavigne. Yes I was sort of obsessed with her when she first put out an album. No, I don't want to talk about it. It's complicated. My favorite celebrities who pull off glam rock are Gwen Stefani (c'mon, who doesn't LOVE Gwen Stefani. EVERYONE loves Gwen.), Rihanna when she's not dying her hair red like an idiot, and Kristen Stewart. Yes, I just said Kristen Stewart- all you R-Patz loving twi-hards can keep your 12 year old opinions to yourself. There's something I like about K-Stew, I don't know why. Maybe because she just does whatever she wants.
I am not above stealing this from your closet |
Gotta respect someone who can still look hot wearing sneakers with a dress and isn't a run away bride...just a run away adultress |
What I've taken away from these ladies, is that a little bit of punk rock accessorizing goes a long way. You don't need the full garb, but some studded earrings or bracelets are just enough to add edge without needing a hair professional to reverse your failed hot pink mohawk. Below are my favorite accessories- keep it single, or stack them all together for the right amount of attitude. Half the reason I love this trend is just for the creative accessory names- Enjoy!
Starting with earrings first...
ModCloth "Keep it Sassy Earrings" $12.99 www.modcloth.com or CLICK HERE |
Forever 21 "Lacquered Rhinestoned Pyramid Studs" $2.80 Available in black or white www.forever21.com or CLICK HERE |
Top Shop "Pyramid Studs" $18.00 www.us.topshop.com or CLICK HERE |
Top Shop "Triangle Top Rhinestone Studs" $28.00 www.us.topshop.com or CLICK HERE |
Juicy Couture "Pavé Pyramid Stud Earring" $37.99 www.piperlime.com or CLICK HERE |
Hive & Honey "Rectangular and Pyramid Stud Earrings" $14 www.piperlime.com or CLICK HERE |
Tinley Road "Pavé Pyramid Stud Earring" $16.00 www.piperlime.com or CLICK HERE |
Express "Pave X Enamel Stud Earring" $13.93 Available in black and white www.express.com or CLICK HERE |
Moving onto bracelets
Woof |
Forever21 "Studded Stretchy Bracelet" $10.80 www.forever21.com or CLICK HERE |
C. Wonder "Leopard Print Calf Hair Stud Cuff" $128.00 www.cwonder.com or CLICK HERE |
Forever 21 "Lacquered Pyramid Stud Bracelet" 14.90 www.forever21.com or CLICK HERE |
Forever 21 "Rhinestoned Stud Bracelet" $8.80 www.forever21.com or CLICK HERE |
Top Shop "Studded Crock Cuff Bracelet" $25.00 www.us.topshop.com or CLICK HERE |
Asos "Pyramid Stud Stretch Bracelet" $14.07 www.us.asos.com or CLICK HERE |
Express "Double Pave Pyramid Stretch Bracelet" $34.90 www.express.com or CLICK HERE |
Express Pave Pyramid Stretch Bracelet $22.90 www.express.com or CLICK HERE |
Express "Pave Rectangle Stretch Bracelet" $34.90 www.express.com or CLICK HERE |
Madison "Studded Bangle Bracelet" $20.00 Available in black, blue, pink www.urbanoutfitters.com or CLICK HERE |
UO "Golden Sun Bracelet" $14.00 Available in gold and silver www.urbanoutfitters.com or CLICK HERE |
UO "Soho Studded Bracelet" $14.00 Available in 3 colors www.urbanoutfitters.com or CLICK HERE |
A.V. Max Studded Enamel Cuff Bracelet" $68.00 Available in black, red, blue www.urbanoutfitters.com or CLICK HERE |
UO "Pyramid Studded Watch" $38.00 www.urbanoutfitters.com or CLICK HERE |
Juicy Couture "Skinny Leather Wrap Bracelet" $78.00 www.shopbop.com or CLICK HERE |
Linea Pelle "Studded Stackable Bracelet" $35 available in 3 colors www.shopbop.com or CLICK HERE |
And lastly, rings, for the final 1-2 punch
Urban Outfitters "Studded Double-Finger Ring" $16.00 www.urbanoutfitters.com or CLICK HERE |
Juicy Couture "Pyramid Band Ring" $48 www.revolveclothing.com or CLICK HERE |
Macau "Studded Rings" $14.00 www.urbanoutfitters.com or CLICK HERE |