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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Studded Platform Pumps
These Ruthe Davis Booties from the Fall/Winter 2010 Line are Gothic Fierce
Leather Chest-Belts
The Tila Tequila Album Launch Party Outfit Reveals All
66 Superb Belts
From Belt Buckle Boots to Male Chastity Belts
Gladiator Fashion Accesories
The Rock and Bone Collection Features Designer Wares for Warriors
Hair-Raising Photography
The Inspiring BDC by Wella Professionals 2011 Catalogue
Tie-Dyed Hair Braids
The Free People September 2010 Catalogue is Hippie-Inspired
Candy Coated Soles
Designer Belma Arnautovic's Candy Shop On Heels
Tied-Up Swimsuits
This Tiiu Kuik Harper's Bazaar Mexico June 2010 Shoot is Piping Hot
Suspenderlicious Undies
The Multiple Strapped Garter Belt Raises Eyebrows
Creamy Warm Weather Campaigns
The Mango Spring 2011 Nude Collection Features Lovely Neutral Tones
Majestic Tribal Fashion
The Sasha Pivovarova Free People April 2011 Catalogue is Colorfully Casual
Cyberpunk Boots
Thigh-High Fashion for Hardcore Fashionistas
Recycled Messenger Rucksacks
Jessica Park Turns 100-Year-Old Mailbags into Awesome Accessories
Paperclip Heels
These Jil Sander Sandals Take Heels to New Heights
Coquettish Crocheted Swimwear
The Lisa Maree AW 2011 Collection Shows Off Sensual Knitted Designs
Unconventional Clunky Heels
The Miista SS11 Footwear Collection Offers Unique Designs
Flirty Spring Fashion
The YS'B Spring 2011 Catalogue Features Singer IU
40 Super Chunky Shoes
From Twisted Coil Booties to High Heeled Army Boots
Seasonal Sibling Style
Emma and Alex Watson Star in the Burberry Spring 2010 Ad Campaign
Gladiator Runners
The Converse and Free People Shredded Sneakers are Torn Fashion
Toasting FIFA Art
Moxy Creavtive 'Cheers' Posters Raise a Toast to Top World Cup Teams
Eco-Savvy Swimsuits
Sassy Sustainable Swimwear for the Environmental Fashionista
Naughty Dancer Shoes
7" Wedges Have a Sexy Carving of a Woman and a Pole
Vixen Swim Lookbooks
Victoria's Secret Swim 2011 Features the Sultry Candice Swanepoel
Eco-Friendly Satchels
Save the Environment With the Peace4You Messenger Bag
Wooden Block Heels
The Benoit Meleard SS11 Collection Looks Impossible to Walk In
Pine Cone Footwear
Moonspoon Couture Borrows from Mother Nature
Upcycled Inner Tubes
Ilanit Neutra Uses Discarded Car Tires to Create Eco Accessories
Strappy Architectural Pumps
The United Nude Spring Summer 2010 Collection
Shabby-Chic Laptop Bags
The Fullgive Leather MacBook Case is a Sweet Unisex Satchel
Heel-Sock Sandals
The BCBGeneration SS 2011 Ad Campaign Will Knock Your Socks Off
Romantic Punk Boots
JW Anderson Fall/Winter 2010-11 Realizes the Potential of Florals
Masculine Booties
The Provensen Debut Collection Brings Manliness to Feminine Footwear
Cutout Wooden Wedges
Style Bubble Rocks the Jil Sander SS10 Wedge to Perfection
Gladiator Sneakers
Nike Gladiateur Kicks it Crazy Old-School With Modern Twist on Warrior Shoes
Faux Military Menswear
The Burberry Prorsum AW 2010 Line is Sleek and Chic
Spiked Slingback Stilettos
The Christian Louboutin 'Lady Clou' Pump is Stylishly Badass
Pump-Wearing Plants (UPDATE)
Giddyspinster Stiletto Planters Make Interior Flora Fashionable
Futuristic Silver Pumps
The Ruthie Davis 'Robot' Sandal is Super Hot
Studded Ankle Boots
The Sam Edelman Zoyla is Hardcore Rocker Chic
Parachuting Stilettos
The Louboutin SS11 Ad Campaign is Absolutely Fantastical
Psychedelic Satchels
These Limited Edition Islander Sacks by Trust Fun are Super Cute
Winter Wedges
These Braided Wedges by Barbara Gongini Combine Warmth and Style
Pop Art Couture Lookbooks
Bernhard Willhelm Women Autumn 2011 Collection Features Heroic Stances
Formalwear for Feet
The Bowtie-Optional Kelsi Dagger Tiffany Platform Pump
Rustic Chunky Accessories
The Sylvie Markovina Fall Winter 2010 Collection is Metallic and Chic
22 Gladiator Fashions
From Divalicious Gladiators to Helmet-Heavy Haute Couture
Collectible Pop Art Totes
These Barbonese Lichtentein Totes are Works of Art
High Heeled Army Boots
The Dr. Martens Darcie Boot is Military Chic
Film-Loving Eco Purses
Modulab Econdiseño Upcycles Movie Film Into Handbags
Sharp-Edged Shoes
Crystal Spike Shoe Harness by (in)Decorous Taste Dangerously Dresses Up Heels
Lead-Tipped Ballet Flats
The Jeffrey Campbell 'Pencil Me In' Shoe is Artistic
Dress Shoe Sandals
The Classy Soulland 2011 Spring/Summer Collection
Mammoth-Inspired Footwear
Adidas Originals Chewbacca Boots Fall/Winter 2010 'Star Wars' Collection
Sandal-Ready Socks
Tabio Speciality Japanese Footwear
Furniture-Inspired Footwear
Pablo Reinoso Incorporates Pieces of Furniture into His Designs
Illuminating Beer Mugs
The Energy Glass is an Enlightening Way to Enjoy Your Favorite Brew
Ultra-Treaded Platforms
Zan Sandals from L.A.M.B are Strappy Goodness
Eccentrically Carved Heels
The Tyake Tyoke Footwear Collection is Unique Yet Wearable
Passed-Out Photography
I Gave Myself in That Misty Light by Viktor Vauthier was Shot on the Fly
Fairytale Beer
Grimm Brothers Brewhouse Will Take You Back to Your Childhood
Flower Power Printed Heels
The Nicholas Kirkwood Summer 2010 Line is Full of Florals
Slick Instrument Satchels
The Arizona Arena Guitar Case Adds Style and Functionality
Citrus Handbags
'Dooney & Bourke' by Frank Rapp is a Series of Still-Life Purses
Boho Socks with Sandals
Model Miranda Kerr in Vogue Russia Goes Country
Dripping Sandeliers
The ‘Love' Sandal Offers Native American-esque Ankle Aesthetics
High-Class Street Kicks
'The Strata' From Adidas Originals Brings Haute Style
Oblong Wooden Heels
Horse Around in Style with the Atlanta Weller Shoe Boot Pony
12 Glorious Gladiator Shoes
From Jelly Gladiator Heels to Vegan Gladiator Flats
Space Boot Court Kicks
The Nike Air Force 1 Foamposite is Made Out of One Piece
Structural Wooden Heels
The Maison Martin Margiela Fall 2010 Shoe Collection
Beer Storage Pyramids
The Fridge Monkey Tray is Inspired by War Ships
Race Track Stilettos
The Christian Louboutin Bikki Pumps are Show-Stopping Goodness
Landmark Packaging
The Estrella Damm Beer Packaging by Erik G. de Lopidana Ties in History
Shoulder Sling Satchels
The KangaTek Bandolier Bag is a Convenient Carrier
Tribal Print Wedges
ALDO for Julian Louie Spring 2011 Footwear Features Peep-Toe Shoes Aplenty
Luxury Leopard Shoes
The Christian Louboutin Leopard Sneakers are Jungle Chic
Recycled Fusion Totes
The Urban Junket Convertible Tote is Three Bags in One
Flowery Kimono Kicks
Hetty Rose Unveils a Vintage Line of Japanese-Inspired Designer Footwear
Studded Collar Trenches
Burberry Teams With Colette for a Classic Coat With an Edgy Twist
Solar-Powered Designer Bags
Creators Come Together for The Elle Portable Light Project
Alcohol-Measuring Glassware
The WineOmeter and BeerOmeter Help You Monitor Booze Consumption
Tentacle-Tressed Models
Barneys Holiday 2010 Catalogue has Kirsi Pyrhonen in a Weird Food Spread
11 Extravagant Alexander Amosu Creations
From Diamond-Encrusted Mobiles to Midas Touch Mobiles
Mirrored High Heels
Hakoon's Stylish Mirror Mosaic Strappy Sandals Reflect Fashionista Desires
Chopstick Sandals
These Joseph Palmer Chop Flops Reinvent Old Eating Utensils
Flamboyant Fuzzy Footwear
The Jeffrey Campbell Lita Shag Bootie Has Mammoth Style
Retro Gamer Satchels
The Space Invaders Messenger Bag is Hipster Geek Chic
Lumberjack Wooden Belts
A Wood Grain Leather Belt and Bark Buckle from You and Me The Royal We
Yellow-Toed Boots
The Alexander Wang Fall 2010 Boot is Dipped in Style
Mondrian-Inspired Sandals
The Surface to Air Spring 2010 Collection Will Ignite Your Shoe Fetish
Barely-There Summer Shoes
The Eco- and Wallet-Friendly Paper-Feet Sandal by Jimmy Tomczac
High-Waisted Men's Belts
The Soft Loden Dager Spring 2011 Collection
Earth-Friendly Boat Shoes
The Timberland Earthkeepers are 90% Recyclable and Can be Disassembled
License Plate Belts
Randi Tannenbaum Redefines Upcycled Street Style
Celeb Recovery Shoe Lines
The Lindsay Lohan 6126 Footwear Collection is in the Works
LED Flip Flops
The Teva 'Illum' Sandals for Early-Morning Surfers Emit Ten Feet of Light
Bow-Tie Gladiator Footwear
These Nicoletta Bow Tall Sandals are Perfect for Summer
Luxury Monogram Kicks
The Fendi Active Logo Sneakers Remind the World What Brand You're Wearing
Social Networking License Plates
'Bump' Utilizes License Plate Recognition to Connect
Conceptual Artist Kicks
The KedsWhitney Collection Team Up with Artist Jenny Holzer
Ultra-Luxe Belts
Fellas Get Spiffy With the Balmain Homme Fall/Winter 2010 Leather Belts
Boombox Belts
The Waistband Amplifier is Like a Musical Love Handle for Those On-the-Go
Handmade Snakeskin Shoes
These Pauline in Love Snakeskin Shoes are Classy and Socially Conscious
Customized Party Beers
The Design Your Own Heineken' Six-Pack App
Old-School Book Belts
K-Swiss and Jack Spade Take Ivy with this Smart Set
Superhero Handbags
The Pierre Hardy Superman Bags Would Look Great on Lois Lane
Fashionable Fireman Accessories
Show Your Manliness to the Ladies With the Fire Hose Belt
Baby Buffalo Bags
The Celine LUGGAGE Collection is Very PETA-Unfriendly
Gamer Satchels
The Nintendo Messenger Bag is Better than a Backpack
B-Ball Fashion Accessories
APPLEBUM's Basketball Belt is Nothing But Net
Multicolored Woven Belts
Anderson's Belts are Classic Artisan Accessories Made in Italy
Hockey Team Booze
Stanley Cup Champions are Immortalized by Cuervo's Blackhawks Tequila
Technicolor Wedges
The Ana Locking Fall 2010/2011 Shoe Collection Gives Autumn a Splash of Color
Fermented Phone Covers
Make a Toast with the Coolbeans717 Pint of Beer iPhone Case
Versatile Fall Jackets
The Sartorialist Burberry Trench Finds are Important for Any Wardrobe
Hybrid Riding Shoes
The Raf Simons' Leather Velcro Boot Sneaker Mixes Country With Street
Woodland Sneakers
Carve the Streets With the Paul Coudamy ‘Woodwalk'
Badass Belted Boots
Dr. Martens and Izzue Toughen Up the 10 Hole Boot
Straptastic Footwear
The Bernhard Willhelm Buckle Boot is Terrible for Foot Claustrophobia
Eco Auto Encouragements
Ontario Gives Special Green Vehicle Plates for Electric Cars
Exotic Car Belt Buckles
Rolls-Royce Phantom Belt Drives Your Outfits Wild
Shooting Star Sneakers
The Reebok X Girl Insta Pump Shoes are Astronomazing
Sassy Highlighter Sandals
The 'Fiona Multi' by Lovely People is a Must-Have for Spring
Western Hipster Belts
Tanner Goods Hand-Tooled Belt Will Have You Ready for Line Dancing
Ebony Nautical Kicks
These Impulse Black Mid Boat Shoes Bring Street Style to the Sea
Minimalist License Plates
UAE License Plate '7' Sells for a Cool $4.6M
Golden Riding Boots
The New Vortice Versnice Boots Make Riding Luxe
Candy-Colored Satchels
The Label 'Swedish Hasbeens' Releases Fresh Purse Designs
Pant-Protecting USBs
The Very Private USB Belt Adds a Geeky Touch to Slacks