Vintage 80s black suede statement belt / wide with violet bow power waist chic

A touch of early-’80s Paris — soft light on suede, a hint of violet against black. This sculptural belt was purchased in Paris, in 1983 when wide statement belts were the heartbeat of couture. Crafted in supple black suede with a cracked-leather interior, it closes with a silver-tone metal rivet fastening the bow. The bow can be worn centered or angled at the side for a touch of asymmetrical charm. Its violet hue carries a red undertone, not blue; light can shift it toward magenta or plum, never pink. Evoking the Power Waist Revival & the elegance of ’80s Couture Glam, this piece bridges eras — bold in silhouette, timeless in spirit. Details • Origin: Paris purchase (1982–84), label lost in storage • Material: black suede exterior / cracked leather -finish interior • Length: 42 in total • Useful length: ~35 in (from rivet to last hole), extendable to ~37.5 in — fits waist ~33–36 in (Medium–Large) • Width: 3.5 in • Bow width: approx. 7 in across • Condition: like new – worn only for listing photos Note: model is size 4, so she is holding it. Contrast was increased on some pictures to better show the outlines of the belt on the black dress, as a result the colour of the bow is altered (see note on true colour above). A collectible piece of Parisian power dressing — striking with minimal dresses, jumpsuits, or sharp tailoring. For a festive look, wear it on red. The kind of accessory that turns a silhouette into a statement.