Western belt buckles can be worn by anyone these days. Stuff Magazine lists them as one of 2001’s hottest fashion accessories. Wearing steel on your body will immediately project a tough and rugged look that will accentuate any leather. However, fashion enthusiasts warn against overdoing the “cowboy” look and suggest mix and matching them with a modern twist to the buckle.
Western belt buckles do not necessarily contain antique design; they may be drawn from simple inscriptions or liquor labels. Customizing is also very chic and can be very appealing to those who want to evoke their own personality with the traditional western.
The belt buckle was often used in Greece and Rome and became an indispensable part of the Teutonic warrior’s equipment, as well as the object of special care on the part of metal smiths, who ornamented many buckles with rich and intricate designs.
The Germanic invaders imported animal motifs characteristic of Scythian-Sarmatian decorative arts; their belts and buckles often representing animals entwined in mortal combat. A fine example of a buckle of a heavy rectangular type decorated with filigree was found in the tomb of Childeric I, king of the Franks, who died in AD 481/482. Several 7th-century gold buckles with interlacing curvilinear patterns and cutaway tongues, now in the British Museum, London, were found in the Sutton Hoo ship burial. Throughout the Middle Ages, the buckle was used especially for ornamentation; but, during the second half of the 14th century, the knightly belt and buckle took on its most splendid form. After the early 15th century, the belt and buckle never again regained such importance.
Western Belt-buckles inherit the macho and rugged culture of those, which wore the first belt and buckles- the Roman Soldier.
Most Western belt buckles are made of iron and plated in silver. However, recently other materials have been put to use such as the discovery of alloys that will project a heavy look but is very light to the waist.
Related Articles of Interest :
-
Belt Buckles
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
Buckles are clasps that fasten a strap together. It is usually made of metal that is strong enough to bear the weight and pressure that threaten to unclasp the belt or strap. Through the years, the belt buckle has come to serve decorous purposes for...
-
A Guide To Belt Buckles
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
A belt buckle is an integral part of a belt. Buckles made of plastic, metal or wood are the most common kinds of buckles. Buckles on cowboy belts, cowgirl belts, Texas belt buckles, war belts, military belts etc are a few other different kinds of...
-
Custom Belt Buckles
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
If you are looking for unique and expensive-looking corporate gifts for special clients, try ordering customized belt buckles. Meticulously and expertly handcrafted, these belt buckles are perfect giveaways. You can have them in sterling silver to add a bit more decadence. Customized belt buckles can...
-
Vintage Belt Buckles
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
A belt is one the best accessories to highlight your look, and a buckle can make or break your total getup. An intricately designed buckle may be all you need to transform casual wear to a cool outfit. If you are hip, you may want...
-
Western Belts
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
No western attire would be complete without a western belt with an authentic looking belt buckle. It definitely gives a feeling of “the Old West” as seen in the movies. Western design belts go back as far as the beginning of the last century. Western...
-
Western Cowboy Boots
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
History has it that the western cowboy boot came about after the civil war when many southerners migrated to Texas taking with them their noble footwear x96 the Wellington Boot. At that time, the Wellington had a low cut heel that was calf high. It...
-
Womens Belts
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
Belts worn by women do not exactly serve any purpose other than being ornamental in most cases. Although leather belts are used often with jeans and casual wear, fancier ones make great accessories with eveningwear. Women’s belts are definitely fancier and available in a lot...
-
Western Purses
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
Every place has a specialty of its own and the products that are made are typical to that particular place. Western purses are purses that are made in America and have a uniqueness of their own. The material used for making western purses exclusively matches...
-
Belts
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
A belt is a strap or girdle that is a part of casual or formal attire. Although leather belts were initially used with men’s pants, women are using a wide variety of belts presently with different attires. Belts are no longer a formal wear but...
-
Custom Belts
10 August 2010 8:30 PM |
No Comments
Belts are a part of everyday wear almost everywhere. An educated guess that there is practically no one who does not know about belts would probably turn out to be true. Although belts are available even at the nominal price, without all the discounts offered...