Layer Like a Pro: The Belt Trend You Need Now

If you like extra metalwork in your belts, look no further. Both sleek and punk at the same time, Déhanche’s pierced grommet belt is the perfect dash of edgy style. It can elevate a basic outfit or be the exclamation point on a more-is-more ensemble.

Sizes: XS-XL

Color: Black with gold, silver, or mixed metals

Material: Calf leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

B Low the Belt is an editor’s go-to spot for belts. It’s subtle enough for everyday wear, yet the unique buckle makes a chic statement.

Sizes: XS-XL

Strap Width: 0.875 inches

Color: Chocolate or Sable

Material: Genuine Suede

Closure: Prong Buckle

For those who want two belts in one, go to Gucci. This leather and chain belt is essentially reversible. Whether you want the chain front and center or as a subtle surprise in the back, this one is chic no matter how you spin it.

Sizes: 65, 85, 90

Strap Width: 0.6 inch

Color: Black

Material: Leather and gold-tone hardware

Closure: Prong Buckle

If you want the layered look without having to get multiple belts and style it yourself, this Kate Cate “Threesome” belt is for you. No assembly required!

Sizes: S, M, L

Color: Black

Closure: Prong Buckle

A drop waist pearl white leather belt is what all the boho Chloé girls want. And with a sculptural silver buckle, case closed.

Sizes: XS-XL

Strap Width: 1.5 inches

Color: Pearl

Material: Italian leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

You might know Amanu from the signature (and our favorite) metal-embellished sandals but you’ll want to know the belts, too. Stylish and sculptural, these belts elevate any outfit.

Sizes: S-L

Strap Width: 1.25 inches

Color: Black

Material: Leather

Closure: Pin buckle

Who says belts have to be black? This tan suede belt with a silver buckle and grommets from Understated Leather is edgy and light at the same time.

Sizes: XS/S, M, L/XL

Strap Width: 1 inch

Color: Brown or blue

Material: Suede

Closure: Prong Buckle

Let’s say a chain belt is more your vibe. Whether silver or gold, a layered chain look will have you ready for Brat summer or Addison Rae summer or Lorde summer or anything in between.

Sizes: One size

Color: Silver or gold

Closure: Clasp

St. John is in on the doubling-up trend without even having to buy a second belt—wear with a slinky dress or oversized button-down shirt for maximum effect.

Sizes: S, M, L

Color: Mocha

Material: 100% Italian leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

When you want classic, go Anderson. This belt can stand alone or play well with others, however you choose to style.

Sizes: 65-90 cm

Color: Black, brown, or tan

Material: Calf leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

This belt from Freda Salvador combines cool boho with soft goth, which makes it perfect for summer 2025, where these vibes will be ever-mixed and matched, at least on your favorite It-girls.

Sizes: 0/1, 2/3

Strap Width: 1 inch

Color: Black

Material: 100% calf leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

Mixed metals are having a moment from wrist to waist. Staud’s classic espresso-brown leather belt offers just a bit of subtle flash with the two-tone buckle.

Sizes: XS/S, M/L

Color: Espresso

Material: Cow leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

A classic Western belt can take you far in this day and age. Whether you want a full Cowboy Carter look or just a hint of Wild West edge, this Tecovas can be styled accordingly.

Sizes: XS-XL

Strap Width: 1.5 inches

Color: Black or brown

Material: Premium Italian Vachetta cowhide

Closure: Prong Buckle

You can also go equestrian with your chain belt—take this one from Frame with its horsebit-adjacent links. Perfect for layering with other chains, or even other leather belts.

Sizes: One size

Color: Gold

Material: 100% Zinc Alloy

Closure: Clasp

For a sleek, chic belt that’s not your typical dad-belt, Rag & Bone’s oval-buckle belt has you covered. Minimalist and subtle, this belt enhances your outfit rather than takes over completely. Call her Best Supporting Actress.

Sizes: XS-L

Strap Width: 1.37 inches

Color: Black

Material: 100% Cow leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

Khaite’s accessories are always a smash hit, belts included. It’s available conveniently in the color of the season, butter yellow, but is also just a classic, simple silhouette, whichever color you choose.

Sizes: 70-90 cm (approx. 27.6 - 35.5 inches)

Color: Black, python-embossed, tan, grey

Material: 100% Calfskin

Closure: Prong Buckle

Sonia Petroff belts are also just art in our eyes. From the delightfully-designed buckles to the stones and materials used, this is a belt you can wear from brunch to soirée.

Sizes: S-L

Color: Black

Material: Italian leather, 24-karat gold-plated metal, inlaid with Swarovski crystals, enamel crescents and cabochons

Closure: Strap prongs

You might know Aureum for the brand’s vintage-inspired jewelry, but they make belts now, too! The bold gold translates gorgeously to leather belts, especially when paired with black onyx studs.

Sizes: XXS, XS/S, M/L

Color: Black and chocolate

Material: Genuine full-grained Italian leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

If you’re not afraid to go full in on the big, bold buckles trend popular among our favorite pop and rap divas, go for their favorite brand: DSquared2. Slightly Western but full goth, the statement this belt makes is that whoever is wearing it is cool.

Sizes: 65-95 cm (approx. 26-38 inches)

Strap Width: 1.5 inches

Color: Blue, black, white

Material: Leather

Closure: Prong Buckle

Let’s talk about corset belts for a moment. They can be intimidating but when styled well, like with a white button-down or over a simple silk dress, they can instantly elevate your outfit. Pritch London does it best, with sleek, simple lines and color ways that make it easy to get in on the silhouette.

Sizes: One size

Color: Brown, beige, red, white, black, wine

Material: 100% Genuine Nappa Leather

Closure: Twist tie