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Let’s talk belts. They’re often an afterthought, added solely as a functional accent to your look, but they can be so much more. When it comes to belts, once you go designer, you don’t go back. It’s a leap well worth the investment for any starter style icon!
The right designer belt can act as an outfit-making accessory, whether you need a skinny one to go around your waist or a colorful pick to dress up an otherwise drab outfit. Want to add some name-brand belts to your wardrobe? Even just one or two could change everything. We have picks from Michael Kors, to YSL, to Alexander McQueen. Whether you’re looking to spend big bucks or keep the cost under budget, we’ve got you. Scroll down to shop our top picks!
Quick Picks
- Best classic belt: Dolce & Gabbana Crossed Logo Leather Belt
- Best trendy belt: Versace Palazzo Medusa Head Belts
- Best belt under $50: MICHAEL Michael Kors Reversible Signature Leather Belt
Best skinny designer belt: Bottega Veneta Triangle Buckle Skinny Leather Belt
This skinny belt proves that even smaller accessories can make big statements — but what else would you expect from a brand like Bottega Veneta? It’s made in Italy with premium calfskin leather, and the unique triangular buckle is so chic and minimal yet totally wow-worthy. You’ll want to wear this belt with everything — and you should!
Get the Bottega Veneta Triangle Buckle Skinny Leather Belt for $350 at Nordstrom with free shipping!
Best wide designer belt: Tory Burch 1 1/2″ Reversible Belt
While some outfits call for skinnier belts, others call for wider ones, and this Tory Burch belt is surely the one for the job. Why do we love it so much? Well, it can be worn on your hips or waist, it has that beautiful metal logo buckle and shoppers are leaving it excellent ratings. The best part, however, is how many colors it comes in. You have so many options, and each option actually comes with two options of its own — this belt is reversible! Just pop off the buckle and put it on the other side!
Get the 1 1/2″ Reversible Belt for $198 at Tory Burch with free shipping!
Best black leather designer belt: Balenciaga BB Leather Belt
No wardrobe is complete without a black leather belt. It’s just not possible. You’ll wear it anywhere and everywhere, so you might as well make it Balenciaga! This belt is so sophisticated and timeless — it could dress up even a boring nightgown or plain tee and shorts. The adjustable buckle is just perfect. Well, everything about it is, really!
Get the Balenciaga BB Leather Belt for $395 at Saks Fifth Avenue with free shipping!
Best white designer belt: Saint Laurent YSL Cintura Leather Belt
The Crema Soft shade of this YSL belt is our favorite. It’s such a soft white hue that it works beautifully as a neutral without creating any stark contrasts that might ruin the flow of an outfit. Add in the logo hardware acting as a keeper loop and you have a seriously unique style here — one that no one will question is designer. It comes in black too if you really want that branding to pop!
Get the Saint Laurent YSL Cintura Leather Belt in Crema Soft for $375 at Nordstrom with free shipping!
Best colorful designer belt:
This metallic pink belt is like a glowing sunset in accessory form. Not only are the colors coating the lamb leather fabulous, but the nonchalant knotting is effortlessly chic. Wear this belt to a fancy event or use it to dress up an otherwise casual look!
Get the Isabel Marant Lecce Metallic Leather Belt for $290 at Saks Fifth Avenue with free shipping!
Best animal print designer belt: Rebecca Minkoff Cheetah Print Leather Belt
This cheetah/leopard print belt “adds ferocious flair” to your wardrobe with a design that will always and forever be trendy and in style. It’s made of soft leather, and it’s under $100. We’re totally into the rounded belt buckle too. A little bit of a retro vibe!
Get the Rebecca Minkoff Cheetah Print Leather Belt for just $78 at Nordstrom with free shipping!
Best designer belt bag: Coach Belt Bag
Belt bags are back in a big way, and they’re so much more than those old-school fanny packs. Coach obviously nailed the concept with this one, using polished pebble leather and goldtone hardware to make a serious statement. We love this belt bag because you can still carry around all of your essentials while keeping things hands-free, and it won’t feel bulky on your waist. You can also wear it over a shoulder if you want.
Get the Belt Bag for $175 at Coach with free shipping!
Best chain designer belt: MICHAEL Michael Kors Pavé Chain Belt
Not every belt’s sole purpose has to be keeping your pants up. Some are solely beautiful fashion accessories that add to your outfit (and still cinch your silhouette). This chain belt is a great example. The glass jewels add some seriously pretty sparkle to this metal must-have. Such a good pick for more formal occasions!
Get the MICHAEL Michael Kors Pavé Chain Belt (originally $68) for just $51 at Macy’s for a limited time! Free shipping!
Best recognizable designer belt: Burberry TB Monogram Vintage Check Canvas Belt
While some of these belts have a recognizable logo buckle if you’re in the know on designer brands, almost everybody out there will recognize Burberry’s signature Vintage check pattern. This TB (Thomas Burberry) belt has a beautiful monogram buckle as well, along with hand-painted edges!
Get the Burberry TB Monogram Vintage Check Canvas Belt for $410 at Nordstrom with free shipping!
Best designer belt over $1,000: Alexander McQueen Studded Double Leather Belt
Ready to go all in on a luxury belt? Look no further than this Alexander McQueen belt. It’s two in one, featuring faceted studs in its smooth leather. The asymmetrical look is so cool, but you could also slide it around and keep the buckles in back. Talk about a belt you will seriously wear for the rest of your life!
Get the Alexander McQueen Studded Double Leather Belt for $1,340 at Nordstrom with free shipping!
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