This $58 Viral Madewell belt is a can’t-miss spring piece

At the beginning of this season, I tasked myself with trying as many as I could virus status belt because I can make an effort to determine which ones are actually worth the hype. I narrowed it down to just five pieces, one of which was a $58 Madewell belt with a chunky, jewelry-like buckle that in the weeks since has become even more popular than on the Internet. It currently qualifies as a bestseller on Madewell’s website with 4.2 out of 5 stars and dozens of reviews. “I am obsessed with this belt,” one reviewer wrote. “I’ve set [it] in both colors. Some reviews say it’s stiff, which it is, but I like that better. It makes it look more premium.” And as someone who has worn genuine Italian leather belts many times, I couldn’t agree more.

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With its reputation growing, I commend Madewell for taking the opportunity to launch three new color options for the affordable accessory: red and silver, ivory and silver and black and gold. And yes, you (and I) need all three. Before the masses hear about these new arrivals and sell out of your desired color, scroll down to shop Madewell’s entire selection of viral chunky leather belts. Trust me, this will be $58 well spent.

Shop Madewell’s two original chunky belt colors:

Shop all three new color options:

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