Vintage Point: Brown Belts

I love the way a vintage brown belt can automatically add a bit of allure to an otherwise basic outfit and I know that celebs such as Sienna Miller and Rachel Bilson would agree with me. I own two of them myself, and they definitely rank among some of the favorite pieces in my closet, not to mention the fact that they are affordable (usually under $40.00) and seem to go with… everything!

I like to sport mine with jeans, oxfords and flats, but I’ve also noticed that lately, some celebs like Lauren Conrad are taking the look to a whole other level by cinching their evening wear with what appears to be a vintage brown belt.

Let me just say that there’s nothing more exciting than a splash of unexpected contrast, especially when it comes to the red carpet, so I commend ladies such as Lauren for being daring and coming out on top—the result is so fab!

While I snagged my belts at various vintage stores over the years, there are plenty of possibilities on Etsy if you are looking for an authentic vintage piece.

However, if you prefer to buy retail (in other words: brand-new), I’ve even noticed that some of our favorite stores (J.Crew, Banana Republic) have taken note of this trend and are offering more and more vintage-inspired pieces, and that includes belts, especially brown ones.

Are you convinced yet ? I hope so. I think it’s safe to say that whether it be brand-new or the real (read: vintage) thing, brown belts are clearly here to stay!

These are truly timeless pieces that will last you a lifetime…I hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine.

Happy {vintage} hunting!