Tough Chic

Studs, leather and spikes adorn chic shoes, jackets and jewelry. Wear these items with feminine tops, skirts and dresses for an interesting tough chic look. Look for bows, delicate fabric, draping, ruffles and different colors to pair with your tough girl pieces. Here are some of my picks for the best tough chic pieces to add to your wardrobe.

Surface to Air Leather Studded Jacket, $199 from Gilt

Camilla Skovgaard Buckle Detail Cuffed Sandal, $328 from Blue Fly

Flutter by Jill Golden Jana Silver Ring, $60 from Gilt

Joomi Lim Rose Gold Spike Drop Earrings, $80 from Gilt

Miu Miu Cage Platform Pumps, $488 from Blue Fly

Ella Moss Jersey Draped Stud Cardigan, $59 from Gilt

Jimmy Choo Troy Bag, $895 from Avelle

Tulle Shimmer Linen Dress, $17.99 from Gomatta Girls

IRO Vardith Vest, $123 from The OutNet

Vita Milano Studded Bracelet, $98 from Blue Fly

Juliet & Company Fishnet Pearl Necklace, $55 from Shop Bop

Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Mesh Stud Sandals, $597.50 from Shop Bop

Don't be afraid to try a new tough chic look. If you go for it, really go for it and go all the way. If you hold back, your outfit will look disjointed. By using the tough accessories, you will balance the feminine pieces. You don't have to go super girlie to get the effect either. Skip the baby pink and lace- you might end up looking like you time warped from the 80's. Think draped silk in rich, jewel tones in purple, green and teal with some feminine detailing.

Still stuck? Try Diesel Tetuj Top, Piper & Sparrow Tiered Tank, Free People Ombre Tank, Piper & Sparrow Draped Top, Morphine Generation Bouquet Tunic, Romeo & Juliet Couture Bow Top, Wyatt Poppy Dress, Walter Ruffle One Shoulder Dress, BCBG Evergreen Dress, Molly New York Wrap Dress.

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Photos from Blue Fly, Shop Bop, Gilt, The OutNet