From Chanel to Maje, all major brands have integrated it into their collections. This flagship accessory from the 90s, adopted by all the celebrities of the time, is the new trend of the moment!
Exit quiet luxury and minimalist jewelry, 2025 is the year of XXL jewelry: cuffs, stacking bracelets, long necklaces, XXL rings… The belt was no exception. She was also affected by this reversal of trend. In fact, it is no longer the leather belt that is unanimously popular, but a completely different model.
Very popular in the 90s, it adorned the waist of all the pop stars – Aaliyah, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears – and all the models: Naomi Campbell, Carla Bruni, Claudia Schiffer… Present at all the fashion shows – Versace, Burberry, Céline, Yves Saint Laurent… – Karl Lagerfeld made the chain belt a signature piece for Chanel. In a golden chain with the fashion house logo, it was quickly adopted by all the celebrities, including Fran Fine, who wore it in an episode of the legendary series, A Nanny from Hell.
In 2021, Chanel reintroduced it in its spring-summer 2020 fashion show, just like Chloé, Celine and Burberry. The chain belt had once again become the key accessory of the summer. On jeans, pants, skirts, dresses or on the skin in a bikini, she adorned the waists of all the celebrities. Jennifer Lopez, Céline Dion, Bella Hadid, Kylie Jenner… they all incorporated it into their outfits.
And now she’s back this year! Chanel presented its signature accessory at the spring-summer 2025 fashion show, but also at the Métiers d’art fashion show. Miu Miu did the same by presenting a layering of chain belts. Likewise for Rowen Rose and Jane Wade.
The chain belt has made a comeback this year on the catwalks, but not only that! Chloé has included it in its ready-to-wear collection, with models ranging from 640 to 980 euros. The same goes for Maje, which has stylized all its pants and jeans with this accessory, and offers it at more affordable prices: from 95 to 115 euros. Fast fashion brands also offer a variety of models at low prices. Bershka, Pull & Bear, Asos, Stradivarius… most of these brands sell chain belts at a price of around 12.99 euros.
Whether it is in gold, silver, fine or XXL chain, the chain belt is the best way to draw attention to your waist and elevate an outfit that appears “simple” at first glance.
How to wear it? By replacing your usual belt on jeans, pants, a skirt or even a dress. The chain belt can also be worn over an oversized jacket like a blazer, to cinch it in style!