Studs, Suede and Sambas

Fall is coming to Elon and we at The Edge have been watching as upcoming trends slowly emerge on campus. For those of you who may need a little guidance, we have the perfect handbook for you to follow this fall. May we present to you our Holy Trinity or what we like to call the three S’s: Studs, Suede and Sambas.

Studs have taken over not only our purses and jackets but also our hearts. Whether they’re big or small, the studs add a bright pop of gold or silver that will elevate your look! The internet can’t get enough of DOTTHZ studded bags, with colors available in black, red and brown, all studded with cool silver shapes. The purses are the perfect statement piece to spice up any look. If you are looking for a studded bag with a more minimalist approach to studs then we recommend the gimaguas Mini Franca Bag. Its studded trim allows you to dip your toes into the trend.

A belt is a simple piece that can make or break an outfit. Should we wear one or not? It's a choice we all face, and we’re here to make that decision easier. Tie together your favorite denim-on-denim outfit with a gold-studded black belt, and don’t forget gold jewelry to make the studs pop. A studded belt is the perfect addition to your fall wardrobe. A studded accessory can complement any fall fashion trend, whether it’s denim-on-denim, studded Sambas or even a studded suede jacket. The Holy Trinity can be combined into one look.

Suede is the It-Girl material this fall, proving itself to be a fashion necessity. Swedish fashion icon Matilda Djerf has been spotted wearing a brown suede blazer this season, and we always sing her praises. Suede perfectly captures the essence of fall with its soft, lightweight texture. A suede jacket is ideal for those cool Elon breezes. Pair it with jeans and a T-shirt, a black top or a button-up, along with tortoiseshell sunglasses. For a business-chic look, go Western with a suede fringed jacket.

Everyone needs a pair of cowgirl boots and whether they’re short or tall, they must be suede this fall — just don’t get caught in the rain. Suede boots, cowboy or regular, are super versatile and can be worn to football games, classes and fun nights out! They are the perfect shoes to add a level of class to your everyday look. Now since you have a perfect shoe, you need a perfect bag to go along with it. From cross-body bags to totes and handbags, suede does it all. We recommend the SOERA Dalia Suede Bag as it’s timeless and will make you the envy of all this fall. While suede elevates your outfit in a mature way, it can still be an important fall piece in the closets for all!

Sambas hold the shoe crown as they’re always in style. While Sambas are not an upcoming trend, their new colors and patterns follow new ones. A must-have pair this fall is the Wales Bonner x Adidas Leopard Print Sambas. These fall animal prints are all the rage, so naturally people are raging for these shoes. Who wouldn’t want a Samba that's the 2024 fall pattern? While animal print is fun and chic, there’s a pair of Sambas that every Phoenix needs — the Maroon. Rock your Phoenix pride at Rhodes Stadium, whether you’re there for the game or the hot dogs, a pair of stylish maroon Sambas will steal the show and become your game day go-to. A pair of Sambas will add a pop of color to your everyday look, and we at The Edge challenge you to play around with color this fall.

We hope that this handbook has guided you and that when you need fashion inspo you remember the Three S’s: Studs, Suede and Sambas. XO, The Edge.