No one understands sex appeal quite like Tom Ford, who joined Gucci as a womens-wear designer in 1990.
At the time, the internationally renowned Italian label was better known for leather goods than luxury fashion. It was also nearly bankrupt. After creative director Dawn Mello left in 1994, following a Bahrain-based investment group becoming Gucci’s majority shareholder, Ford was named creative director. The American designer soon infused the brand with a fresh sensuality and bold style.
Ford's potent vision of sexed-up femininity spanned everything from shirts to shoes to handbags and other accessories at Gucci — he reimagined the house's iconic double-ring-and-bar Horsebit hardware, a reference to the brand’s equestrian history, as a seductive low-slung belt, worn by Madonna when accepting an MTV video music award in 1995. For his fall show during that year, in which Kate Moss walked down the runway in an unbuttoned satin shirt, velvet hip-huggers and tousled hair, heralded an exciting, glammed-up era for the once fusty brand. Vogue critic Sarah Mower called it “one of those hitting-in-the-solar-plexus moments.”
As Ford shot to fame, he continued to explore plunging necklines, such as in the black and white looks of the Fall 1996 collection, and sumptuous fabrics like leather and tweed, with the Fall 2000 ready-to-wear collection ranging from sultry silk evening dresses to plush belted coats.
Ford also cranked up the seduction in the provocative ads for Gucci, particularly with regard to campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, which the fashion house acquired in 1999 (Ford was also named creative director for YSL and designed the brand’s ready-to-wear collection). Gucci's Fall/Winter 1997 campaign featured Carolyn Murphy grasping Angela Lindvall in what looked like a video still; in another shot, a face pressed against a foot in a lipstick-red heel. Each promoted a vision of modern fashion where women were sexually confident, the materials were luxurious and the styles were fearless.
In 2004, Ford and Gucci president Domenico De Sole left the company after failing to agree on the renewal of their contracts. In 2006, with De Sole as chairman, Ford launched his wildly successful eponymous menswear label. Today Ford is also an author, film director and chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
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1998 Gucci the era of Tom Ford leather belt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Length 85 cm / 33.46 inches Width 3.5cm / 1.38 inches size 75/30 The condition is excellent leather belt Approximately 1998 collection
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Red Leather G Rectangular Logo Buckle Belt not listed
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this thin leather Gucci belt was designed by Tom Ford. It features a slender design in red leather, accentuated by a distinctive rectangular s...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1996 Oversized Silver Metal G Logo Buckle Suede Belt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the Tom Ford designed S/S 1996 collection, iterations of this belt appeared on the runway on supermodel Linda Evangelista, in the campaign for the season & modelled by Kate...
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford G Logo Chain Silver Metal Belt N/A
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This incredible silver-tone metal Gucci 'G' chain belt was designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, this chrome metal belt is constructed using large 'G' logo li...
Vintage Gucci Gold Brown Pony Hair By Tom Ford F/W 1996 Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
Vintage iconic Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1996 belt . Features a brown pony hair body and the "G" reworked oversize gold hardware and Gucci logo engraved on the bottom side. In excelle...
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Ad Blue Genuine Python G Circle Buckle Belt 75 / 30
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This iconic Gucci belt, designed by Tom Ford, is a standout piece from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Featuring a black python strap and a large round silver 'G' buckle, it made ...
Tom Ford for Gucci 1996 Gold Tone Unisex Logo Belt Buckle, Italy
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
An exceptional piece from Tom Ford’s influential era at Gucci, this 1996 gold-tone logo belt buckle captures the bold glamour and refined sensuality that defined the house in the mid...
1990's Tom Ford for Gucci Thin Black Belt with Gold G Buckle
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Timeless Tom Ford for Gucci belt from the mid 1990s. Thin black leather with tonal black top stitching and a small square G gold tone metal buc...
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Silver Round G Medallion Buckle Black Belt 85/34
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This iconic Gucci belt, designed by Tom Ford, is a standout piece from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Featuring a black leather strap and a large round silver 'G' buckle, it made...
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Silver Elasticized Leather Logo Thin Belt N/A
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this fabulous silver leather Gucci thin stretch belt was worn in several colors on a number of runway looks. Designed by Tom Ford, this thin l...
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Yellow Python Silver Ring Logo Hip Belt 75/30
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful yellow python Gucci belt designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, this belt debuted in black on the season's runway. It was highlighted in...
S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Logo Green Karung Snakeskin Belt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous watersnake skin Gucci belt designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2000 collection, this belt features a natural watersnake skin strap and is complete with...
Tom Ford for Gucci Metallic Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Tom Ford for Gucci leather metallic belt is a striking statement piece that exudes luxury and sophistication. Crafted in a light champagne color, this wide, chunky belt features ...
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Elasticized Teal Leather Logo Thin Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this fabulous turquoise blue leather Gucci thin stretch belt was worn in several colors on several runway looks. Designed by Tom Ford, this th...
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Elasticized Red Leather Logo Thin Belt N/A
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this fabulous red leather Gucci thin stretch belt was worn in several colors on a number of runway looks. Designed by Tom Ford, this thin leat...
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Wood Leather Chain Link Cutout Belt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful brown leather and wood Gucci belt, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this belt features laser-cut rings connected with leather straps and made complete with a wood buckle. Add this unique Gucci by Tom Ford belt...
Valentino Red Suede Pop Art Statement Belt, 2016
By Valentino
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Maria Grazia Chiuri is one of the designers of the decade. Her imaginative designs convey a sense of wonder, artistic opulence, and balance. Her creative direction of Valentino in 20...
Fendi Black patent leather trim clear plastic belt
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Fendi clear belt has black patent-leather trim and details. Buckle has brass hardware, along with the "FF" logo. Buckle measures 3 1/4" x 3 1/4". The belt ...
S/S 1988 Gianni Versace Ad Oversized Rhinestone Black Ribbed Satin Leather 65
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black wide Gianni Versace belt, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1988 collection, this beautiful cloth belt features a ribbed fabric at the st...
HERMES c.1980's Burgundy Lizard Skin Leather Equestrian Ring Belt Gold Hardware
By ERIC BERGERE, Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
Hermes c.1980's Burgundy Lizard Skin Leather Equestrian Ring Belt Gold Hardware Brand / Manufacturer: Hermes Designer: Eric Bergere Circa: 1980's Sty...
Navy Hermes Skinny Leather Belt
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Navy skinny leather belt by Hermes. Silver-tone lock buckle closure. 0.5" width, 32" length.
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Heart Silk Cord Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage black passementerie cord belt featuring a gold and silver toned heart with crystal embellishement. One size fits all. Adjustable ...
Vintage Bottega Veneta Black Intrecciato Leather Fringe Belt
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A striking vintage accessory from Bottega Veneta’s early leather ateliers, this belt showcases the house’s iconic intrecciato craftsmanship in a bold, dramatic form. The wide woven l...
2000s Michael Kors Collection Black Gunmetal Chain Link Wide Leather Belt
By Michael Kors
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new early 2000s vintage Michael Kors Collection black leather and gunmetal chainlink wide belt! Features gunmetal chains on the middle, with ...
Vintage Paloma Picasso Black Patent Leather Belt with Chunky Gold Hardware
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Vintage Paloma Picasso black patent leather belt with four gold-tone chunky rope chain bars across the front. The hardware is heavy and well-made. Smooth black leather interior with ...
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Black Epi Leather LV Initiales 35mm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Black Epi Leather LV Initiales 35mm Reversible Belt Product Details Xupes Ref: CAA0103 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: LV Initiales 35mm Rev...
Vintage Max Mara Belt with Bee detail
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage chain belt by Max Mara .The belt is composed of glass stones, a chain section and bee detail at the end. 'stone ' length 16'', chain 22''
Claude Montana 1980s Avant Garde Lipstick Red Leather Vintage 80s Belt
By Claude Montana
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage mid 1980s CALUDE MONTANA lipstick red oversized Avant Garde leather belt! Shaped like a machete, this piece of fashion history offers so much style! Raised leather notch...
Gucci, vintage faux snake belt in brown and green
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Gucci, vintage faux snake belt in brown and green (Tom Ford collection). The item is in very good condition. CONDITION: very good condition SIZE: 90 MEASUREMENTS: length 105 cm, ...
A/W2002 Gucci by Tom Ford real crocodile belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A/W2002 Gucci by Tom Ford real crocodile belt This A/W2002 Gucci belt designed under Tom Ford is crafted from genuine crocodile leather, showcasing the era’s signature sensual luxur...
Tom Ford for Gucci FW 1996 Oversized Black Leather Gold Hosebit Wide Belt 95/38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage & Iconic Tom Ford for Gucci Oversized Leather Belt F/W 1996 AD Campaign Designer size - 95/38 Black wide waist belt, Oversized asymmetrical gold tone buckle. Width: 2 inch...
1996 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Black Leather Belt with Gold Metal Detail
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
1996 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Black Leather Belt with Gold Metal Detail. Size 75/30 Gucci stamp Gucci engraving Made in Italy Excellent condition
1990's Tom Ford for Gucci Chocolate Brown Leather Silver Horse Bit Buckle Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tom Ford for Gucci 1990's chocolate brown leather belt with silver horse bit buckle. Two holes on each side for adjustment. Curve fit. In excel...
Tom Ford for Gucci FW 1996 Oversized Black Leather Gold Hosebit Wide Belt 75/30
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage & Iconic Tom Ford for Gucci Oversized Leather Belt F/W 1996 AD Campaign Designer size - 75/30 ( size 95/38 also available ) Black wide waist belt, Oversized asymmetrical go...
Tom Ford for Gucci FW 1996 Oversized Black Leather Gold Hosebit Wide Belt 85/34
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage & Iconic Tom Ford for Gucci Oversized Leather Belt F/W 1996 AD Campaign Designer size - 85/34 ( size 95/38 also available ) Black wide waist belt, Oversized asymmetrical go...
Sold
Size: 38 inches or roughly a size Larg
GUCCI by TOM FORD 1996 Vintage Patent Leather Belt w. Gold Hardware
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Tom Ford for Gucci FW96 Vintage Black patent leather with Gold hardware Fits like a size Large Good vintage condition Measurements in inches laying flat: largest width almost 1.75, l...
Tom Ford for Gucci 1996 Brown Horsebit Pony Hair Wide Waist Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Tom Ford for Gucci 1996 Brown Horsebit Pony Hair Wide Waist Belt is a striking and essential accessory that beautifully captures the essenc...
Gucci x Tom Ford 1996 Runway Kate Moss G Belt in Black & Gold
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Melbourne, VIC
prémode presents Gucci x Tom Ford belt as seen on the 1996 runway and modelled by Kate Moss. Wear this rare piece with a strappy black maxi dress to p...
GUCCI by TOM FORD 1996 Vintage Iconic Pony Hair Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Tom Ford for Gucci FW96 Vintage Black pony hair with shiny gold hardware 85cm / 34 inches Excellent condition, no flaws, rarely worn FINAL SALE
1990s Gucci by Tom Ford Extra Thin Horsebit Belt Black
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the 1990s, this thin leather Gucci belt was designed by Tom Ford. It features a slender design in black patent leather, accentuated by Gucci's distinctive silver metal horse-bit...