This season, throw in a studded backpack into the mix for a cool, edgy vibe. If you’ve always wanted to experiment with a punk-inspired look, now is the perfect time. Go for an all black look and accessorize with subtle studded accents. Diving in with a monochromatic look tells everyone that you know who’s boss, but wearing a skater skirt or flowy blouse keeps things looking feminine.
Do it yourself and give a well-loved backpack a much needed upgrade by adding studs. When you see the finished product, you’ll barely recognize what it looked like from the start! Pull off your biggest, boldest look ever with a studded backpack.
First, grab an old humdrum bag that’s in desperate need of a makeover, a thimble, a butter knife, and an assortment of studs. Bridget’s Budget Beauty created a simple DIY Studded Backpack tutorial for viewers to follow. Using a khaki colored backpack, she added a few rows of brass studs to create an edgy look for her back to school wardrobe.
Ready to get started? Take a peek at our wide assortment of studs and spikes for your next punk-inspired DIY project! Create contrast by adding different kinds of studs or spikes in various sizes, or go for a more uniform approach. Try creating a studded backpack of your own to add a little edge to any low-key outfit.
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The all-black monochromatic look with subtle stud accents sounds sharp, but I like that you offered lighter options like khaki for contrast.
I appreciate the focus on upgrading an old, worn bag instead of buying new, especially since backpacks take a beating during the school year.
Using a butter knife and thimble is such a practical tip, I always struggle with pushing studs through thicker fabric without hurting my fingers.
The suggestion to mix stud sizes versus going uniform really helps visualize different styles; I’m leaning toward a few larger spikes with smaller fillers.
Creating contrast with different stud shapes could make the backpack look more custom, almost like something you’d find in a boutique.
Turning a humdrum backpack into something bold is appealing, especially since the finished result barely resembles the original according to the article.
I like the idea of starting with a khaki backpack instead of black; the brass studs would pop more and feel less expected for a back-to-school look.
Pairing a studded backpack with a flowy blouse is a nice reminder that edgy doesn’t have to cancel out feminine pieces.
Bridget’s tutorial sounds approachable, and the few rows of brass studs feel like a good starting point before committing to a full-on covered bag.