Exploring Vogue World 2025 {Hollywood}
Vogue World made its debut three years ago, taking place in the streets of New York - turning a open stretch in downtown Manhattan into a runway. Each year since... Read More
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A Modern Hourglass Silhouette - How your belt will help you create a strong feminine look
How to use your belt to create a modern hourglass silhouette. that is feminine, sleek, elegant and powerful.
Back to the office - the ultimate style guide.
After months of summer ease, stepping back into the office calls for a wardrobe reset -sharper lines, smarter fabrics, and the return of the suit. But modern suiting doesn’t have... Read More
The Definitive Designer’s Guide to Belts & Buckles: Choosing the Right Combination for Style, Fit & Occasion.
Introduction At Elliot Rhodes, we believe a belt should never be an afterthought. It’s not just about keeping trousers in place — it’s about completing a look or in many... Read More
A Bold New Standard in Luxury Buckles: Introducing Our Zirconium, Titanium & Stainless Steel Collection.
Engineered for Elegance: A New Standard in Buckle Craftsmanship At Elliot Rhodes, innovation and individuality are at the heart of everything we create — and our latest buckle collection is... Read More
Hot Topics: SS25 Runway Recap
Spring/Summer 2025 runways delivered a season brimming with contrast, character, and craft. Across Paris, Milan, London, and New York, designers brought a sense of reinvention—pairing classic silhouettes with modern flourishes,... Read More
From Function to Fashion: The documented evolution of belts throughout history
The Fascinating Evolution of Belts: From Practical Tool to Fashion Statement Belts have undoubtedly become one of the most versatile accessories in modern fashion. While they still serve the practical... Read More
Hand Forged ' Barbed Wire' collection
It is always exciting to find someone new to collaborate with - I am constantly inspired when I get to combine my ideas with a fellow creator's skills and... Read More
The Rise of Niche Luxury
Luxury Brands have been around since the dawn of the fashion industry, often spoken on for their exclusivity and unattainable prices for most of the world. Haute Couture's influence on... Read More
Styling belts for the next wedding - No matter who you're celebrating for.
With the wedding season approaching us, we believed now to be the best time to start introducing the perfect belts for the season. The union of two lovers, a special... Read More
The return of western wear highlighted as the fashion phenomenon of 2024
Whilst Elliot Rhodes stands strong in its style and aesthetic, one particular show from this Fall Winter 2024 season caught our eye. Since Virgil Abloh's death in 2021 the position... Read More
SS 2024 Runway Trends - which belts work for the foreshadowed styling guides
Whilst our individual styles can stay true to who we are as people, taking inspiration from up and coming fashion trends can help spark up your love for your current... Read More
Do you know what is REALLY takes to make a luxury belt?
Making a belt can't be difficult can it? Take a piece of leather, add a buckle and you are done. Well...yes but definitely NO. To craft something that is truly... Read More
The 'Rise' of the Waistline - Belt style tips for Women for a sleek silhouette
Low waisted or high waisted trousers for the new season? The jury is still out on which one will be the big winner - there are fans in both camps... Read More
Get Smarty - Belt Style for Men's Formal Occasions
The suit is dead...or is it? True we maybe don't turn to our suit collection as much we used to, but there are times, places and occasions when you will... Read More
What's in your belt wardrobe? Why every stylish Woman needs at least 8 belts in her armoury.
8 belts might sound like a lot but believe me it isn't! Think about how many pairs of shoes or handbags you have for all those different occasions...then compare that... Read More
Why any discerning man needs at least 8 Belts in his wardrobe
When I started Elliot Rhodes back in 2003 I did so in the belief that most people did not realise how important belts were in dressing stylishly. My belief was... Read More
Styling hacks personalised from each member of the Elliot Rhodes Team
With a chill in the air it is belatedly time to think of that Winter wardrobe refresh. We thought a few styling tips from our team might inspire you and... Read More
Who's been wearing Elliot Rhodes?
Here at Elliot Rhodes we've had a really exciting few weeks, thanks to some great stylist collaborations our belts have been spotted of late gracing the waists of some rather... Read More
Pastel Belts: Unlock a world of fun and whimsy for you summer outfits and parties.
Are you ready to dive into a world of fun and whimsy this summer? Say hello to pastel belts, the accessory that will add a delightful touch to your summer... Read More
What kind of belt do you wear with a dress?
Are you a little confused when it comes to accessorizing your dresses? Fear not, for Elliot Rhodes is here to enlighten you on the art of belt-wearing with dresses. Yes,...
Does my belt have to match my shoes?
Should my belt match my shoes or my trousers? Ah, the age-old question of fashion - should I match my belt with my trousers or my shoes? It's a dilemma... Read More
Introducing 'Buetto'...3 reasons why this belt is a fresh take on a classic + How to wear it!
2 weeks into 2023 and if you are anything like me this is the prime time to think of reinvention and renewal. We can all strive to be a better... Read More
Why Argentinian Polo Belts are a design classic BUT probably NOT the right belt to wear!
Although I consider Elliot Rhodes to be a leader in the field of belt design this does not preclude me from appreciating good design and products created by others. A... Read More
Which hole should my belt fit in? What is the perfect size? A definitive guide from a custom beltmaker
We have been custom fitting belts for 15 years now – it’s all we do – so hopefully we can give you some good insight on how best to fit... Read More
Choosing The Right Size Of Belt Based On Your Trouser Size - A Guide And Explanation
You Would Think It Would All Be So Straight Forward Surely Choosing The Right Size Of Belt Is Just A Question Of Checking Your Trouser Size And Then Ordering A... Read More
A Country Western Collaboration Introducing One Trick Pony
We're always looking for interesting partnerships with people who love our belts. Michael Pickering and Georgia Lennon aka 'One Trick Pony' started out as Elliot Rhodes customers but after a long... Read More
Retailers Landlords Government Sharing Risk In A Post Covid World
Let me start by being saying I am an eternal optimist when it comes to retail. In spite of the increasing shift to online shopping I remain a firm believer... Read More
The end of Tax Free shopping in the UK...Which genius came up with that?
So there was a quiet announcement at the end of the last week amongst all the furore over the 'law breaking' Brexit bill, that the government has decided, in its... Read More
Wearing a Black belt with brown shoes…Should you ever?
This is one of those questions that I often get asked in store and one that seems to provide an ongoing conundrum for men especially. Unfortunately, the answer is not... Read More