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
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...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Red Leather G Rectangular Logo Buckle Belt not listed
By Tom Ford for Gucci, 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 Tom Ford for Gucci, 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...
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Yellow Snakeskin Silver Ring Logo Belt 75/30
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful yellow snakeskin 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...
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...
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...
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 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Elasticized Red 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 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 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Ad Blue Genuine Snakeskin 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 snakeskin strap and a large round silver 'G' buckle, it ma...
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 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 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Elasticized Teal Leather Logo Thin Belt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for 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...
Brunello Cucinelli Sparkling Silver Beaded Cashmere Suspenders, 2000s
By Brunello Cucinelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous Brunello Cucinelli beaded cashmere Y-back suspenders. The perfect effortlessly chic touch to any oversized trousers. Instantly elevates your look. Micro gun metal silver-to...
$885
Size: 29 1/2" - 34" /Med-large
Yves Saint Laurent Lapis Blue & Red Suede Multi-Studded Buckle Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent wonderfully elegant combination of blue lapis and red suede is detailed with navy calfskin edging on the lapis blue suede. Completely this wonderful look are the g...
Hermès 32mm Reversible H Logo Belt Kit Black x Brown x Silver 105h3
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: E in a Square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 33.5" Width: .1" Height: 1" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Length in Inches to ...
Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton 75/30 Damier Ebene Ceinture Carre Belt Silvertone
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Main Color : Browns Material : Damier canvas Style : Mens Maximum Width : 3 cm (approx) Full Length : 90.5 cm (approx) Waist Size : 69.5 to 79.5 cm (approx) Size : 75/30 Count...
Louis Vuitton Ultra Rare Cherry Blossom Pink Monogram Belt 70/28 860753
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION (8/10 or AB) Fits Circumference 25" to 29.5" Pink Canvas is EXCELLENT Minor marks on hardware Light marks on back of belt
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.
Hermès Belt Buckle Elephants in Golden Metal for 32 mm Belt
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Belt Buckle In shape of 2 elephants Made of Golden Metal "HERMÈS" engraved at back For 32 mm belt (1,26 inches) Measurements: - 9 cm at long...
Victorian Etched Silver Belt Buckle with Jade, Ruby, Emeralds and Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Custom, One-of-a-kind, Magnificently detailed Victorian Silver Belt buckle finely etched with swirls of leaves and gently waves, accented with an oval jade, four emeralds, ruby and 1...
Hermès Ceinture A composer 24 mm T95 Black Leather adjustable Belt 38 in Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès A Composer belt, composed of a 2.4 cm wide reversible leather strap with one side in smooth black box calf leather and the other in finely grained Epsom (or Courchevel) leathe...
Miu Miu Fall 2009 Embellished Plaid Knee High Socks
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in London, GB
Iconic, super rare vintage Miu Miu embellished socks from the Fall 2009 collection. Unworn. Made from super soft and stretchy camel and red plaid wool, stunningly decorated with mass...
Christian Dior leather belt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Openwork orangey brown leather belt decorated with silvery metal and red resin cabochons. Leather interlaced with a flower pattern silk ribbon. Condition: Ver...
Gilded Gold Vermeil Hardware Double-Row Chain-Link Multi "Charms" Belt
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully detailed gilded gold vermeil finished hardware belt with double rows of thick chain-link belt is detailed with multi-charms of stars, hearts, moon, cross and ...
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Wood Leather Chain Link Cutout Belt
By Tom Ford for Gucci, 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...
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 Gucci, Tom Ford for 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