In the 2000s, no outfit was truly finished without a bold, oversized belt. You remember the kind—those flashy, extra-wide styles that demanded attention. These belts weren’t meant to hold anything up; they were purely for show, especially if worn just below the bust, nowhere near the waist. Everyone from Beyoncé and Rihanna to Paris Hilton embraced the trend. (So hot.)

If you thought Y2K fashion was behind you, brace yourself: the big belt is making a comeback. But this time, it’s a more polished version. On the Fall 2025 runways, designers showcased statement belts with a refined touch—no more pairing them with skin-tight bandage dresses. At Balmain, Olivier Rousteing styled plush faux fur coats with thick burgundy embossed belts. Meanwhile, Chloé’s Chemena Kamali paired romantic blouses with wide, low-slung belts, giving boho dressing a fresh update.

Even celebrities are getting on board. Rachel Zegler recently wore a sequin top with high-waisted trousers, cinched with a wide circular-buckle belt. Rose Byrne also opted for a thick brown leather obi belt over a white lace dress in Paris. Unlike the over-the-top Y2K approach, these looks are more understated—the belts add structure without dominating the outfit. (In 2008, the belt *was* the outfit.)

Does this mean you should dig out your chunkiest 2000s belt? Not exactly. Like any revived trend, it’s about reinvention, not repetition. A bold belt can elevate an outfit—just skip the bandage dress and pair it with something more refined, as seen on the runways.

Below, six modern wide belts to try now:

**Gabriela Hearst**
Simone leather belt
$470 | MYTHERESA

**Khaite**
Lucca belt
$720 | KHAITE

**Alaïa**
Calfskin ring belt
$1,600 | BERGDORF GOODMAN

**Loewe**
Rounded leather belt
$650 | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

**Saint Laurent**
Vegetal leather belt
$1,050 | NEIMAN MARCUS

**Déhanche**
Undone leather corset
$490 | NEIMAN MARCUS