Buckles are usually associated with belts, but there are actually many uses of the buckle. Creative ways to incorporate buckles into fashion range from shoes to bags.
It seems like the more the better! No longer just a securing mechanism, buckles are becoming a way to easily add chic detail to an accessory. Uses of the buckle run from the traditional belt to an add-on to a bag, making it much more appealing to those desiring more intricacy in their designs. It's clear that what was once just a functional tool is now a fashion staple.
Take a look through these many uses of the buckle and you may just be inspired to add it to your next outfit with something other than a belt.
42 Uses of the Buckle
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Alcohol Belt Carriers
The Beer Buckle Lets You Hold Your Beverage Hands-Free
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Lego Fashion Accessories
Marc Jacobs, Kasi Made
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Jungle Girl Fashion Styles
Shanina Shaik Rocks Hot Animal Prints for Spiegal Spring/Summer 2011
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Bringing Back the Fanny Pack
Modern Bum Bags
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Tunebuckles
The iPod Nano Belt Buckle
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Designer Rain Boots
Couture Hunter Wellingtons by Jimmy Choo
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Straitjacket Buckle Boots
The Burberry Fall/Winter 2010 Shoes Are Heavy Duty Winter Wear
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Intense Fluorescent Bags
The Cambridge Satchel Company Creates the Most Vibrant Carry-Ons
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Buckling Bathing Suits
Julia Dunstall Straps Down in Stunning Swimwear for Foam Magazine
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Fashionable Storage Belt Buckles
The Bucklette
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Boot/Clog Hybrids
Free People Show off a Dramatic Shoe Design for March 2010
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Frankenstein Footwear
Alexander Wang's Magnificently Monstrous Leather Combat Boots
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70s-Inspired Footwear
The Solestruck Weekender SS11 Collection is Chunky and Retro
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Ultra-Treaded Platforms
Zan Sandals from L.A.M.B are Strappy Goodness
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Heroic Handbags
This Cleverscene Valor Tote Bag Keeps a Fireman on Your Arm
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Bright Recyclable Belts
Tie-Ups Are Eco-Friendly Interchangeable Accessories
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Strap-Happy Shoes
Annie Black Leather Spats Brings These Buckling Shoes to New Heights
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Haute Footwear
A Banquet of Boots for All Flavors Priced $500 or More
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Belt Buckle Boots
Pierre Hardy Spring 2010 Collection Features D-Ring Straps
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QR Code Belt Buckles
Customize Your Belt With Personal Messages or URLs
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Recycled Road Accessories
Vintage in Retrospect Makes License Plate Belt Buckles
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Single-Shoulder Backpacks
The Thrilla Bag Brings Back 90s Grunge Style
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Cargo Combat Boots
Topshop Unique AW2010 Boots are Ready for a Glamorous War
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Mega Buckle Shoes
Vivienne Westwood
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Cassette Belt Buckles
You're Not Cool Enough to Pull it Off
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Invisible Belt Buckles
The Invisibelt Takes the Bulk out of Your Outfit Equation
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Belt Buckle Boots
Knee-High Strappy Shoes
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Wedge Buckle Boots
Chloe Sevigny Teams With Opening Ceremony for Footwear
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Buckled Desert Boots
The Quoddy 2011 Spring/Summer Collection
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Straptastic Sandals
The Derek Lam Hanae Crisscross Sandal Features a Bevy of Buckles
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All Season Galoshes
Lace Up Hunter Boots Are Footwear for Any Weather
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Video Game Controller Belts
Nesbuckels
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Classy Hiking Shoes
Lanvin Sandals Spring/Summer 2011 Mixes Luxury and Sportswear
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Customizable Belts
The Multi Zipper Belt Makes Looking One-of-a-Kind Simple
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Buckless Belts
The First Leather Elt
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Bookworm Belt Buckles
Rare Device Creates Fashions for Literature Lovers
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Gilded Zoo Buckles
The Christopher Ross Belt Buckles are All Sparkly and Pretty
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Exotic Car Belt Buckles
Rolls-Royce Phantom Belt Drives Your Outfits Wild
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Wooden Block Wedges
Fendi Sandal Platforms Adds Some Retro-Styled Height
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BB Gun Belts
Buncombe Buckles Use Old Metal, Like Pellets & Fences, in New Ways
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Buckle-Ridden Heels
The Priscilla Platform by Chrissie Morris is All About the Hardware
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Brilliantly Bold Buckles
Alexander Amosu Designs a Stunningly Studded Gucci Diamond Belt
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Stylish Lightweight Sandals
The CushZ Sandal by Chaco is Comfortable and Versatile
Oversized Key Ring-Shaped Purses
The Key Ring Purse by Nik + Kort is Playful and Functional
Japanese Wrap-Inspired Shoes
Vibram's Furoshiki Kicks Don't Require Shoelaces
Minimal Shoe Rack Concepts
Joao Teixera Designs the New Multifunctional Tokyo Shoe Rack Concept
Ultra-Sophisticated Leather Travel Bags
Nicks Boots Boasts an Elegant & Versatile Nicks Travel Bag
Upcycled Sneaker Sustainable Bags
Bibi Bazz Designs the Limited Collection of Eco-Friendly Bags
Second-Skin Luxury Footwear
Balenciaga Presents the Dynamic Zero Shoe with Unique Grip
Luxurious Stealthy Fashion Mules
Balenciaga Presents a Look at its Sunday Molded Mule
Iconic Irish Footwear
Buck Mason Drops Limited Collab With Padmore & Barnes
Textured Buckle Sandals
Birkenstock Presents a Off the Grid Pack by Jesse Leyva
Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags
two-point Introduces the BASK Bag with Various Functions
Summer-Ready Fashion Collections
Hey Harper is Unveiling Its New Summer Collection
Collaborative Lifestyle Collections
Tekla and Birkenstock Join Forces on a New Collection
Sophisticated Physical Key Organizers
The Bellroy Key Cover Plus Has Space for Up to Eight Keys
Tailored Apparel Line-Expansions
The 'West Coast Ivy' Line Offers a Fresh Take on Timeless Styles
Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear
The Common Projects Hiking Boots are Handmade in Italy
Trail-Ready Clog Styles
The Birkenstock Reykjavik Clog is Ready for the Wilderness
Charm-Accented Technical Sneakers
Bentgablenits Remixes Unique ASICS Sneaker Models
Neutral Urban Summer Sandals
Birkenstock's Shinjuku Sandals are Inspired by the Bustling City
Minimalist Leather Bags
The Jacket Maker’s Vintage Leather Bag Collection is Timeless
Reimagined Archival Handbags
Coach's Western Tabby Features Western-Inspired Accents
Puffy Technical Winter Boots
Suicoke Continues to Grow its Vibram Furoshiki Project
Pool Slide Heeled Sandals
MSCHF Grabs Attention with the New Flipped Flop Shoe
Festival-Ready Footwear Series
ALDO Unveils Various Designs Prepared for Summer Festivals
Hair Care Retail Expansions
Function of Beauty Opens a Storefront With Amazon
Cozy Collaborative Autumn Fashions
The Buck Mason x Eddie Bauer Collection is Comfortable
Transformative Bridal Footwear
Pashion’s Made-to-Order Styles Offer Interchangeable Components
Adventurous Outdoor Sandal Collections
Birkenstock Presents the Outdoor Sandal Collection for SS24
Structured Leather Tote Bags
Coach Introduces the Empire Carryall Tote Bag Design
Bespoke Swimwear Designs
Bathing Belle Swimwear Debuts its 'Cruise Collection'
Patterned Round Shoulder Bags
UNIQLO and Marimekko Join on a New Printed Range of Bags
Sophisticated Tie-Belt Dresses
The Tie-Belt Shirt Dress is an Elevated Sustainable Fashion Piece
Luxurious Spring-Ready Sneakers
Burberry Introduces the Dynamic Box Sneakers to its Lineup
Western-Inspired Americana Footwear
G.H. Bass Launched its Out West Collection of Premium Shoes
Poortlaand-Inspired Practical Bag Collections
Portland Gear Offers a Line of Travel Bags & Apparel
Durable Bag Designs
BEARPAW Debuts a New Line of Monochromatic Nylon Bags
Rivet-Studded Footwear Capsules
Birkenstock Presents the New Rivet Collection of Shoes
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Premium Heritage Slip-On Shoes
The Birkenstock 1774 Gets a New Look for the SS24 Season
Magnetic Multi-Functional Straps
The Dual by Zenlet Accommodates One's Badge and Phone
Limited-Edition Makeup Carriers
Rabanne's Exclusive 1969 Makeup Clutch Bridges Beauty and Fashion
Patterned Puffy Artisanal Shoes
Suicoke and Story mfg. Present a New Collection Together
Ancient Geometric Pattern Purses
The Infinite Convertible Bag by Maryam Hosseini is Shapeshifting
Gingham-Print Collaborative Sandals
Crocs and Bath & Body Works Join Forces on Footwear
Handstitched Denim Sandals
Birkenstock and Jesse Leyva Honors the Art of Boro in New Capsule
Versatile Sling Bag Accessories
The 173 Vertical Sling from GRAMS28 is Effortlessly Cool
Modernized Ergonomic Sling Bags
114 Index and Sealson Create the Technical Grab Bag
Remixed Americana Bag Designs
The BEAMS x L.L. Bean Bags Updates Two Classic Silhouettes
Luxurious Sandal Brand Skincare
The Birkenstock New Care Essentials Collection Has Six Products
Holiday Statement Collections
The Aldo 2024 Holiday Collection Features Festive Bows and Glitz
Laceless Personalized Sneaker Fits
Reebok Commits to Functional Style with New Instapump Fury
Timeless Boot Designs
Brandle Emerges as a Symbol of Pacific Northwest Craftsmanship
Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes
The Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins® are Versatile
Ultra-Stylish Leather Camera Straps
Wylie’s Wood and Leather Evokes 90s Nostalgia with This Strap
Elevated Lifestyle Shoulder Bags
The UNIQLO C Line Showcases a New Bag Update for FW24
Timeless Footwear Collaborations
The Buck Mason x Sanders Collaboration is Inspired by Tradition
Refined Weatherproof Smartwatch Straps
The Bellroy Venture Watch Strap is Waterproof and More
Woven Sandal Collections
Malibu Sandals Unveils Its New Spring '24 Collection
Hyper-Durable Belt Designs
The Vollebak Indestructible Belt Has a COBRA Buckle and More
Versatile Knuckle-Closure Bags
Alexander McQueen Launches the Peak Bag and Visual Campaign
Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets
Mattias Gollin Introduces the Dynamic Replica Suit
Textural Sandal Collections
The Birkenstock Corduroy Collection Includes Clogs and More
Tubular Flexible Runner Belts
The FlipBelt Running Belt Stretches to Store Items
Fragrance-Integrated Fashion Accessories
Versace Integrates the Bright Crystal Perfume to Shoes
Artful Bandage Collections
The Met x BAND-AID Collaboration Shares Exclusive First-Aid Products
Performance-Driven Backpack Designs
Hyperwear's Hyper Ruck™ Enhances the Rucking Fitness Market
Spring Bring-Ready Apparel
SHEIN Offers a Range of Swimwear and Vacation Outfits
Vibrant Luggage Connectors
Cincha's Luggage Connector Offers a Practical Solution for Travel
Festive Bridal Accessory Lines
Funky Junque Embraces the Most Exciting Parts of Wedding Planning
Quirky Structural Clothes Hangers
The HANG / WE Hanger Emphasizes a Sense of Individuality
Ventilated Heel-Strapped Clogs
Birkenstock Presents the Birki Flow Clog Silhouette
3-in-1 Platform Shoes
The UGG GoldenRise Can Be Worn as a Slide, Slingback or Wrap Sandal
Zero-Waste Hair Ties
Fizzy Goblet Introduces the New Zero-Waste Hair Ties Using Old Materials
Adaptable Three-in-One Bags
The ultix outdoors SuperPack Works as a Backpack, Sling and More
Beautifying Foot Care Collections
Birkenstock Releases a New Beauty Line for the Feet
Multifunctional Camper Backpacks
BOLOTOR Bolo Packs Work as a Hammock, Storage Solution and More
Timeless Clothing Collections
The Burberry Classics Collection Has Recently Been Updated
Mix-and-Match Scented Bracelets
Jelly Bands Simplify Jewelry-Making with Snappable Beads
Collaborative Modern Clogs
Birkenstock Joins Union to Introduce the Bimshire Shoe
Braided Premium Footwear
Birkenstock and KITH Unveil New Additions of the London Braided Clogs
Minimalist Leather Sandals
The Softstar Camino Lite Sandals Mimic Barefoot Walking
Footwear Brand Heritage Books
The Book of Birkenstock Explores the Brand's Heritage
Remixed Buckled Moccasin Footwear
Clarks Originals Introduces the Wallabee T-Bar Shoe
Classic Leather Travel Bags
Samsonite Introduces the Classic Leather Weekender
Sandal Brand Skincare Launches
Birkenstock Introduces its New Care Essentials Capsule
Comfortable Spring-Forward Footwear
Clarks Offers Spring Comfort with a Range of Styles
Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules
A Kind of Guise Presents a Look at the SS24 Collection
Shirt Cuff-Integrated Timepieces
The Shirt Cuff Watch by Swatch Creates a Functional Solution
Elevated Chunky Base Slip-Ons
Birkenstock Adds a Chunky Boston Clog to the Roster
Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs
BEARPAW Launches Its Spring/Summer Footwear Collection
Wool Sweater Ranges
Buck Mason's Wool Sweater Collection Combines Style and Winter Durability
Function-Focused Athletic Wear
Buck Mason’s Welterweight Sweats Offer Elevated Athletic Classics
Functional Accessible Leather Bags
HOBO Offers Stylish Leather in Belt Bag, Tote, and Sling Bags
Leather Strap Benches
Tortuga Forma's Stacked Bench is Multifunctional and Versatile
Outerwear-Centric Fall Fashion
Bene Culture Presents its Latest Collection for the Season
Italian-Made Bag Designs
Bolsa Nova Stands Out with Its Chic and Distinctive Bags
Stylish Leather Smartwatch Bands
WITHit's New Range of Smartwatch Bands are Chic and Durable
Lollipop Brand Jelly Candies
Chupa Chups Belts and Laces Come in Several Flavor Options
Stylish Platform Clogs
Crocs Celebrates the Return of its Iconic 'Bae Clog'
Interchangeable Themed Shoe Charms
Coach Debuts Shoe Charms to Captivate Gen Z Audiences
Ultra-Modern Multifunctional Luggages
The Luggical is a Solution which Streamlines Travel
Sophisticated Bridal Collections
Bella Belle Introoduces the Champagne Era Footwear Collection
Bug-Repelling Charm Collections
Natpat's Latest Launch Introduces a New Line of Accessories
Magnetic Durable Belts
The EASY LIFE MAGNETIC 2 is a Forward-Facing Belt
Luxury Footwear Debuts
Ottange Makes its Debut as a New Comprehensive Footwear and Accessory Brand
Sustainable Bucket Hats
Lisou's Bucket Hat Collection is Designed with Leftover Materials
Multi-Wear Hair Accessories
The Truss Series SHIPPOU is a Broach and a Hair Pin
Jewelry-Like Handbag Accessories
Attache Provides Elegant Hook Options for Luxury Handbags
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
Elevated Collaborative Travel Bags
Bunney Joins PORTER on a Collection of Intricate Tech Bags
Design-Forward Phone Accessories
OtterBox Debuts Two New Colorful & Functional Collections
Summer-Ready Waxed Leather Accessories
Patricia Nash Designs the Waxed Leather Collection
Sophisticated Belt Bags
'The Clio' is a Versatile Bag for Bookworms and Tech Enthusiasts
Indestructible Sleek Belt Designs
Vollebak Designs the Special Stealthy Indestructible Belt
Vibrant Seoul-Inspired Fashion Campaigns
Gucci's Horsebit Campaign Features Hanni from NewJeans
Exclusive Anniversary-Honoring Bandages
The BAND-AID Brand Introduced Limited-Time Packaging
Cozy Collaborative Faux-Fur Sandals
A.P.C. and Subu Join on Two Pairs of the Belt Sandal
Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories
Topologie Introduces its Latest Capsule for the SS25 Season
Modular Multifunctional Bags
The Mercurius Modular Bag is a Classy and Durable Accessory
Heritage-Honoring Deerskin Leather Sandals
Birkenstock Presents the Kyoto Tradition Sandals
Nostalgic Retro-Style Luxe Bags
Burberry Unveils the New Rocking Horse Bag with Various Hues
Chic Water Bottle Bags
WanderFull is a Stylish Hydro-Bag for the Consumer on the Go
Optimized Baby Onesizes
Tabeeze's Bottom-Up Bodysuit Makes Changing Babies Easier
Laidback Fashion Brand Sunglasses
Converse Sunglasses Come in Three Style Options
Premium Technical Rugged Footwear
Balenciaga Introduce the New Hike Sneaker Model
Adorable Nylon Bag Charms
The BAGGU Crescent Bag Charm Functions as a Mini Bag
Minimalist Bauhaus-Inspired Timepieces
Botta Watches Come in Seven Models to Choose From
Stylistic Footwear Campaigns
Bata Launched its 'Make Your Way' Campaign with a Focus on Comfort
Colorful E-Reader Accessories
Strapsicle Offers a Strap Accessory for E-Readers like Kindle
Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs
Simone Rocha and Crocs Develop Dynamic Heel-Clog Designs
Outrageous Toe-Like Sandal Charms
Crocs Introduces the Polarizing Toe Jibbitz for its Shoes
Colorful Vibrant Hardware Collections
kaschkasch and Viefe Create the Special Belt Handles
Military-Inspired Linen Collections
Buck Mason Launches Loomed Linen Collection
Inclusive Beach Essentials
SwimZip Offers a Range of Swimwear that Block 98% of Harmful Rays
Versatile Bucket Bag Capsules
The Gabine Collection from Charles & Keith Boasts Three Solid Colors
Stylish Slide Designs
Blowfish Malibu Presents the Nook Sandal and Noodle Sandal
Maternity Support Belts
Keababies' Maternity Support Belt Aids New and Soon-to-Be Moms
Glamorous Drawstring Bags
The Tory Burch Mini Fleming Drawstring Bag Features a Diamond Pattern
Early Childhood Independence Straps
EaZyHold Grip Support Develops Engagement for Children
Playful Sun-Safe Garments
SwimZip Offers a Range of Sun-Safe Products for Children