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1980s José Cotel White Leather Belt with Sculptural Silver-Tone Triple-Band Front
1980s José Cotel White Leather Belt with Sculptural Silver-Tone Triple-Band Front
Showroom
3556 Main Street
Suite 2E
Manchester VT 05254
United States
DESCRIPTION
Sleek, architectural, and unmistakably 1980s, this striking José Cotel belt is crafted from crisp white leather and finished with a dramatic silver-tone triple-band front. Three sculptural metal bands sweep across the waist, creating a bold geometric focal point and a sophisticated contrast against the clean white leather. The result is part accessory, part wearable sculpture—perfectly capturing the confident glamour of the decade.
During the 1980s, belts became an essential element of fashion rather than simply a functional accessory. Designers used wide silhouettes, oversized metal hardware, and architectural forms to define the waist and add drama to everything from sharply tailored jackets to dresses and oversized knitwear. The combination of bright white leather and cool silver-tone metal gives this piece an especially modern, graphic quality.
Distinctive yet remarkably versatile, this vintage José Cotel belt embodies the polished excess and sculptural sensibility of 1980s fashion. Its unusual triple-band metal front, striking monochromatic palette, and statement-making proportions make it an exceptional finishing piece for a contemporary wardrobe and a fabulous addition to any collection of vintage designer accessories.
Brand/Maker: Jose Cotel
Era: 1980s
Material(s): Leather & Silver-ton Metal
Color(s): White/Silver
Hardware: Silver
Closure: Hook
Estimated Size: Adjustable
Measurements
Total Length: 31"
Width: 3"
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: Minor wear commensurate with age
Sku: TTV922
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DESCRIPTION
Sleek, architectural, and unmistakably 1980s, this striking José Cotel belt is crafted from crisp white leather and finished with a dramatic silver-tone triple-band front. Three sculptural metal bands sweep across the waist, creating a bold geometric focal point and a sophisticated contrast against the clean white leather. The result is part accessory, part wearable sculpture—perfectly capturing the confident glamour of the decade.
During the 1980s, belts became an essential element of fashion rather than simply a functional accessory. Designers used wide silhouettes, oversized metal hardware, and architectural forms to define the waist and add drama to everything from sharply tailored jackets to dresses and oversized knitwear. The combination of bright white leather and cool silver-tone metal gives this piece an especially modern, graphic quality.
Distinctive yet remarkably versatile, this vintage José Cotel belt embodies the polished excess and sculptural sensibility of 1980s fashion. Its unusual triple-band metal front, striking monochromatic palette, and statement-making proportions make it an exceptional finishing piece for a contemporary wardrobe and a fabulous addition to any collection of vintage designer accessories.
Brand/Maker: Jose Cotel
Era: 1980s
Material(s): Leather & Silver-ton Metal
Color(s): White/Silver
Hardware: Silver
Closure: Hook
Estimated Size: Adjustable
Measurements
Total Length: 31"
Width: 3"
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: Minor wear commensurate with age
Sku: TTV922
DESCRIPTION
Sleek, architectural, and unmistakably 1980s, this striking José Cotel belt is crafted from crisp white leather and finished with a dramatic silver-tone triple-band front. Three sculptural metal bands sweep across the waist, creating a bold geometric focal point and a sophisticated contrast against the clean white leather. The result is part accessory, part wearable sculpture—perfectly capturing the confident glamour of the decade.
During the 1980s, belts became an essential element of fashion rather than simply a functional accessory. Designers used wide silhouettes, oversized metal hardware, and architectural forms to define the waist and add drama to everything from sharply tailored jackets to dresses and oversized knitwear. The combination of bright white leather and cool silver-tone metal gives this piece an especially modern, graphic quality.
Distinctive yet remarkably versatile, this vintage José Cotel belt embodies the polished excess and sculptural sensibility of 1980s fashion. Its unusual triple-band metal front, striking monochromatic palette, and statement-making proportions make it an exceptional finishing piece for a contemporary wardrobe and a fabulous addition to any collection of vintage designer accessories.
Brand/Maker: Jose Cotel
Era: 1980s
Material(s): Leather & Silver-ton Metal
Color(s): White/Silver
Hardware: Silver
Closure: Hook
Estimated Size: Adjustable
Measurements
Total Length: 31"
Width: 3"
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: Minor wear commensurate with age
Sku: TTV922




