Skinny jeans have a bad reputation. Kinda deservedly so. They're uncomfortable to wear, even after you break them in. Don't even get us started on the no-waist ones from the early aughts. Unfortunately, they've been slowly but surely creeping their way back into fashion. Thankfully, other styles like baggy jeans and flares are sharing the spotlight so it's not a total takeover. Another style staple is getting thinner, but in this case we're actually thrilled. That's because skinny belts make any outfit eons better.
While wide, statement belts had a nice long run, it's time to downsize. We have big-name brands like Saint Laurent and Bottega Veneta to thank for the switch. Super slim, almost invisible belts are all the rage. Their pared-down shape doesn't mean they skimp on personality, however. Many of the designer ones still manage to work their logos in there.
Of course, you don't have to restrict yourself to fashion house versions. Affordable go-tos like Mango, J.Crew, COS as well as By Anthropologie all offer chic alternatives. There are even ones with bold buckles. Proof you can still make them the focal point of your ensembles.
Here are the best skinny belts to introduce into your wardrobe, whether you need a little help holding things up or you just want to jazz up anything already hanging in your closet.
Loewe Pebble Leather Belt, $490 at Net-a-Porter
Burberry EKD Leather Belt, $288 at Mytheresa
Mango Leather Skinny Belt in Grey, $27.99 at Mango
J.Crew Skinny Calf Hair Belt in Leopard, $42.50 at J.Crew
Anderson's Leather Belt, $235 at Net-a-Porter
Saint Laurent Leather Belt in Ginger Bread, $395 at FWRD
Paloma Wool Red Greta Belt, $100 at SSENSE
By Anthropologie The Blake Skinny Belt in Cedar, $48 at Anthropologie
Mango Buckle Skinny Belt in Ecru, $18.19 at Mango
Khaite Small Julius Belt in Black Leather With Silver, $420 at Khaite
Valentino Garavani Blue & Taupe VLogo Reversible Belt, $447 at SSENSE
J.Crew Thin Italian Leather Belt With Gold Hardware, $46.50 at J.Crew
Isabel Marant Leyden Leather Belt, $315 at Mytheresa
Mango Thin Belt With Metal Buckle in Burgundy, $25.99 at Mango
Diesel Black B-Charm Hip Belt, $82 at SSENSE
Saint Laurent Recouverte Buckle Belt in Brushed Leather, $730 at Saint Laurent
Givenchy White 4G Belt, $306 at SSENSE
Alaïa Eyelet Leather Belt, $640 at Mytheresa
Mango Skinny Snake-Effect Belt in Beige, $20.99 at Mango
COS Bar-Detail Slim Leather Belt, $59 at COS
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