The Tamesis
Likewise, stylist Ib Abdel Nasser put this eye-catching belt to good use on his client Zooey Deschanel, who embodies the Tumblr-encoded Twee aesthetic of the 2010s that the fashion world still references so fondly. “One of my favorite looks with a statement belt is a Saint Laurent suit from Hedi Slimane’s Pre-Fall 2016 collection, which I sourced from his iconic show at the Palladium in Hollywood,” he says. “The symbolism of the Ouroboros buckle—the cyclical nature of the universe; from birth to destruction—resonated with how I was feeling at the time, and I always feel Hedi Slimane moments here. His attention to detail is symphonic.”
Abdel Nasser recommends wearing pieces like an oversized blazer with a dramatic belt to easily cinch in at the waist, as he did for Lili Reinhart at the Fall 2026 Ralph Lauren show. Likewise, for her forbidden fruit At the press conference, he layered three identical belts on a custom Elisabetta Franchi bustier dress, and he also chose a dress from Gianni Versace’s Fall 1992 collection, wrapping the iconic Miss S&M built-in belt around his neck and waist for different occasions. “I like belts that have a story,” he said. “You tend to find more of this on vintage belts, whether it’s the stunning buckles, bead patterns, unique metalwork, or the sheen of the leather—there’s nothing better than vintage, in my opinion. Rodarte made these beautiful brass rose chain belts in spring 2016, and I’ve been obsessively looking for second-hand ones for the past few years.” He also recommends embellishing a favorite belt with pins, charms, or amulets to make it your own. “The most important thing is to stay true to who you are in the moment – there are no rules.”
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modern medal
It doesn’t get more classic than a badge belt. This statement piece sets the stage for the entire outfit and adds a touch of glam with hardware. If you’re feeling adventurous, mix silver, gold and bronze.
