In the land of Lala land, where fashion is followed and idolised by so many, LA has seen many of its starlets set the latest trend – Stud Explosion. Mui mui is the front runner, their take on their current handbag collection is super edgy and fashion forward. Think rock chic meets glamour. Stud Leather handbags are popping up everything in the red carpets, movie premiers and even the usual paparazzi circus where the celebs are just minding their own business.

Stars like Nikki Hilton, The Hills girls and the very stylish Whitney from The City can’t get enough of this latest trend.

Reality stars like Stephanie Pratt loooves her Mui Mui leather bag. Whitney mixes and matches the trend to her day to day outfits. And Gossip Girl’s Taylor Momsen & Leighton Meester always makes it look so effortless.

Why the oversized appeal of the Stud factor? Simple, handbags are statement peices, and this trend sure is catching on with everyone. With so many styles to choose from, you will see awhole lot of these styles flooding the market soon. Choose your favourite style and stick to it.

It seems Australia is hooked on the latest look. With so many department stores and retail brands, sporting the stud appeal. It surely will be around for many more season’s to come. Check out style-forte’s take on the stud handbags. With so many new styles coming in the next couple of months, adding a stud leather handbag to your collection is extremely vital for this season.