The Y2K belt is one of the trends that has been making a come back in fashion in the recent past. This piece of jewelry goes well with any attire for the two genders and enhances the beauty of the wearer.
Whether you want a more glamorous look with a leather belt that has rhinestone accents or you are into the punk rock look with belts that have studs, Y2K has got you covered.
We have put together this collection to help you relive the good old days of the year 2000 to help you know the available types of Y2K belts, how to wear them and where to get the best offer on these trendy accessories.
Belts made from leather has been popular for many years it is one of the fashion accessories that has not faded away over time. These belts especially the ones with a plain buckle work well with jeans and pants, or when one wants to define their waist when they are wearing a dress. With regard to the material, Y2K belts are produced from high-quality leather, which means that they are durable.
Men and women love to wear retro style leather belts. It is common to find that the leather used for Y2K belts is in some way scuffed or scratched to give the piece of clothing a used look, as if it has had a life of its own.
Some of the most common designs are the tooled western belts with belts buckles as well as the basic styles of belts with differently shaped buckles.
To purchase a vintage style leather belt one has to pay attention to the belt’s width and the size of the buckle. A thin belt with a small buckle is less conspicuous and can be used with many outfits while a wider belt with a large buckle is more conspicuous.
If you are in need of that extra oomph to complete your outfit then rhinestone belts are the answer you have been looking for. These belts are very conspicuous and may have lines ofsparkling stone such as rhinestones or the belt buckle in the shape of a diamond that enhances the beauty of any attire.
The size and pattern of the rhinestones on a belt should also be put into consideration. To give a gentle shimmering, small and tender rhinestones are used while for a grand look large stones can be used.
Rhinestone belts are a very versatile piece of jewelry; they can be worn with a pair of jeans on a day to day basis for a more classy style or with a dress when going out for a fancy dinner. The most fashionable for women, probably, are the belts that are worn tightly at the waist and emphasize the woman’s waist and, thus, the hourglass shape of her body.
Studded belts are somewhat rebellious and postmodern, which means that they will beautifully coordinate with punk or rock style. This kind of belts is studded with metal pieces in different forms and textures and arranged in a way that creates an appeal.
Thus, when purchasing a studded belt, one should pay attention to the type of studs and belt material.
The most common studs are silver or black pyramid-shaped studs but one can also get belts with round or star shaped studs. Leather is the most commonly used material for the studded belts; however, there are also leatherette or fabric belts.
Studded belts are unisex accessories and can be purchased in a range of colors; the traditional black, vibrant red and even metallic.
Stud up your belt to go with your ripped jeans and t-shirt for the laid back rock star, or to clash with leather jacket and black trousers for the Rockabilly look.
The Y2K belt is a useful addition to any outfit as it is a fashionable piece of clothing. There are the classic leather belts, the blinged-out rhinestone belts, the punk rock studded belts and Y2K belts of every kind.
If you have been in search of the belt you have been lacking in our collection, do not forgot to check out our Y2K sunglasses collection to accessorize.
Perhaps, you will like our sunglasses. We have made them in all forms to capture the Y2K style that is trending today.
As with our belts, these sunglasses were carefully chosen to give you the best value for your money on these indispensable accessories for the stylish and especially fans of retro fashion.