A well-made leather belt elevates the style quotient of just about any look, and it's well-worth the investment since you'll have it for years. If you're looking to add just a few key accessories for fall, the double-buckle belt is a fabulous option and few designers craft one quite like Linea Pelle. Above left, we have the Linea Pelle waist belt with leather covered studs, which costs $300 at CoutureCandy.com. If you're not sure how you feel about this look, or don't have a spare $300 lying around (I know I don't...) - never fear. Plenty of other stores are carrying similar double-buckle styles. The fantastic belt on the right is from New York & Company, also comes in brown, and it's on sale for under $20. Use your double-buckle belt to cinch a dress, jacket or tunic to instantly define your waist...and your look.
Luxe on left: Linea Pelle Leather Studded Belt at CoutureCandy.com, $300
Less on right: City Style Double Buckle Belt at NYandCompany.com, Was $22.95, Now $18.36
I love the style of this belt, though it's not one I can really pull off. I've seen many low-price versions of this style at Target and Ross, recently.
They're getting harder to match with clothing tho, as I slowly migrate back to a "cover every glimpse of skin warmth" as Chicago inches towards winter.