The unsung heroes of the accessories cupboard, belts have the ability to revolutionise one’s wardrobe. Styled poorly or sized incorrectly, a belt can cause more sartorial woes than it’s worth. However, when paired with a lashing of dreamy denim, a crisply ironed shirt or fastened around an oversized dress, the sculpting pieces can transform any outfit while offering endless practicality. Designed to secure or fasten clothing, belts are defined by functionality. It’s why we all should have one to hand when rushing out the door. The style of a belt – how it hovers on our hips, how it punctuates an outfit and how it carves the figure – can hugely vary. Naturally, the crème de la crème of accessories are designer options – belts very much included. From Gucci’s ubiquitous GG leather renditions to Chanel’s rare vintage chain pieces, there’s an endless supply of designer belts for those with some serious dough to drop. Is a designer belt worth the price tag? Typically crafted from fine, buttery leather and complete with unique house codes from logos to motifs, designer belts are a timeless investment. There is a dollop of avant-garde designs up for grabs – Vivienne Westwood’s pink befurred number and Alaia’s intricate laser-cut corset belt spring to mind. However, sleek, smooth brown, black and white designs reign supreme, meaning you only need one to see you through the years. Belts are also signifiers of fashion trends of time gone by, instantly recalling the style of each new decade. Loose, low-waisted belts tapped into the flapper aesthetic of the 1920s woman. Skinny belts and sashes harken back to the hourglass silhouettes of 1950s frocks à la Grease. Metallic Gaucho belts exude Sixties and Seventies bohemia. Thick belts nod to the drama of the Eighties, aided by shoulder pads, leg warmers and perms. Statement, bedazzled belts coveted by Paris Hilton and the Olsen Twins are the pinnacle of Noughties Y2K fever. Discover the best luxury belts to treasure forever and add a dose of designer flair to your everyday. Shop now
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