The Shopping Bag: A gold-studded occasion

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Gold and studs make a dynamic duo this year to enhance the overall styling of outfits and statement pieces. Pairing gold, studs and black is a foolproof combination in any season, but especially this year because of all the beautiful statement pieces on the market.

An all-black outfit is generally easiest to style but at the same time it can look too bland if there is nothing that stands out. When it comes to putting together an outfit that is suitable for both a fancy dinner and a night out, it can be a little tricky since you don't want to overdo the outfit with too many details. A good way to overcome this little problem is picking a direction for what kind of look you want. In this week's outfit, the theme is an outfit suited for a star-studded event out with an edge. It is detailed with gold, twist, chains, studs and sleek silhouettes.

This is a perfect transitional outfit from dinner to a night out with a perfect balance of details, accessories and functionality. A black deep V-neck romper with an elastic waistband works for most body shapes and is a classic but flirty silhouette. With the deep V-neck, a thick gold necklace with a variety of chains makes a statement best while framing the face nicely. A vintage-inspired earring with gold wiring and clear sparkly jewels subtly complement the necklace and other gold details of the outfit. A Chanel-inspired cross-body clutch with the iconic quilting with the addition of studs, combined with an oversized twist clasp, is the key piece that will hold all your important belongings from the dinner to the dance floor. The outfit is complete with black ankle booties with a sleek heel for a modern and sexy touch to the ensemble.

1. Romper: This easy-fit and foolproof romper is an awesome versatile piece that can be worn day-to-night. Although it is a deep V-neck, styling with different pieces and jewellery can make the piece more conservative or more sexy. In this case, since we're preparing for a “gold-studded occasion,” trendy jewellery works best. (Forever 21, $29)

2. Multi-Chain Necklace and Earrings: Unlike other multichain necklaces, the three different chains on the necklace are fixed to make a solid shape that frames the neck perfectly. The combination of the different sizes and types of chains give the necklace depth. The twisted gold earrings are slightly sparkly and enhance the details of the necklace rather than competing with them (Aldo Accessories, Necklace: $20, Earrings: $10)

3. Clutch: This is a twist on the classic Chanel bag with the square quilting, detailed with studs and a large clasp. (Aldo Accessories, $35)

4. Ankle Booties: These are always a fall favourite! Every autumn, expect a new and improved version of the ankle bootie, fashionable to wear with jeans, tights, leggings and in this case to complete an edgy outfit. (Can be found in most shoe stores, $30 to $90)

For a gold-studded occasion, the aim is to dress up a classic piece from your wardrobe to make it trendy and bold for a complete night out with dinner and dancing!

Hai Ha Nguyen loves to discover the new trends in street fashion, accessories and styling. Follow her on Instagram at instagram.com/misshaihanguyen for the trendiest pieces this season! If you have a suggestion or feedback for her column, send her an email at hhnguyen.77@gmail.com