DAINTY AND DELICATE ACCENTS ALWAYS HAVE THEIR PLACE, SURE, BUT IT’S A NEW YEAR, AND WE DOUBLE-DOG DARE YOU TO INDULGE YOUR WILD SIDE WITH STUDDED AND SPIKED APPAREL. EMBLAZONED ON EVERYTHING FROM JEANS TO JEWELRY AND SWEATERS TO STILETTOS, THE ROCKERINSPIRED FINISH OFFERS A FIERCE CONTRAST TO TRADITIONAL AESTHETICS, CEMENTING YOUR PLACE IN THE SPOTLIGHT THIS SEASON

BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA.

Haikure Stormy Skirt

As a maestro of denim, Haikure’s name embodies a union of the Japanese word “haiku” and the endings of the words that fuel the brand’s mantra: “nature, pure, and future.” Crafted from cotton denim, the midi skirt presents the label’s contemporary edge with its prominent silver-like ornamentation. $678, fwrd.com.

LoveShackFancy Mildrene Blouse

This Victorian-influenced blouse highlights delicate rhinestone crystals throughout, while the long sleeves are adorned with ornate eyelet trim for a touch of shimmer. The button-down top exudes femininity and is cut to be easily tucked in. $365, bloomingdales.com.

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Sonia Rykiel Priscilla Dress

Feel like the belle of the ball in this heavily decorated confection with its asymmetric hem and exaggerated sleeves. Make sure to pair sky-high heels and sparkling accessories with this fitted, stretch jersey maxi for an over the-top finish. $830, soniarykiel.com.

Valentino Rockstud Spike Medium Purse

When dreaming up the now-iconic Rockstud, Valentino pulled inspiration from ancient architecture to create the wildly distinctive embellishment. The renowned grommets appear all over this neutral leather shoulder bag. Make sure to check out the matching bespangled pumps to round out your look. $2,542, mytheresa.com.

Gucci Mohair Knit Sweater

Reimagining the punk scene with this fuzzy pullover top, the Italian fashion house combines a brushed knitted construction with spike-garnished trim on the front and back. Designed with a V-neck, ribbed edges, and a straight hem, it offers a comfortable regular fit and makes a fiery statement in red. $1,725, farfetch.com.

Marlo Laz Spiked Heart Coin Necklace

This romantic charm necklace is hand-cast from 14K yellow gold and strung with a pendant resembling a starburst heart, centered by a dazzling round-cut diamond. Completed with a frame of diamond-encrusted spikes, this heirloom piece represents strength and perseverance. The chunky chain is perfect for layering. $13,680, modaoperandi.com.

Christian Louboutin Condora Pumps

Loub’s red bottoms are instantly recognizable, eternally covetable, and fashion-industry famous. These brash leather pumps sport a sharply pointed-toe silhouette and slanted tapered 100mm heel. This iteration is covered in metallic spikes for chic, provocative appeal. $1,695, garmany.com.

Area Studded Slit Straight-Leg Jeans

Airy thigh slits are enhanced with signature crystal enhancements on these stellar straight leg jeans in non-stretch denim. We love the slash cutouts, high-rise waist, five-pocket style, and coin-like motif. $795, bergdorfgoodman.com.