Supple Chianti Tone Grant Vintage Filigree Belt

There's a particular kind of leather that just gets better the more you wear it, and this unlined Chianti is a good example. It's been tumbled to give it a slightly uneven, vintage character from the outset, and because it's a natural vegetable tanned leather — tanned slowly and without the chemical shortcuts some leathers take — it carries what's known as a pull-up effect, meaning the tonality shifts and deepens the more it's handled and worn in.

The buckle is aged silver, with an intricate dimpled swirl pattern worked across its surface — sculptural rather than plain, and distinctive enough to catch the eye without ever feeling try-hard against the richness of the Chianti.

Burgundy is one of those colours that rewards a bit of thought rather than just reaching for black or brown out of habit. Worn with navy it brings real warmth without shouting about it, against grey it adds a touch of richness that a plain black belt never could, and it's a natural partner for burgundy or oxblood shoes if you want everything to sit together properly. At 40mm this is a belt built for casual wear rather than anything formal — jeans are the obvious pairing, but it holds its own with cords or chinos too, anywhere you want a bit of texture and character rather than a clean, polished finish. Because it's unlined, the leather stays close to its natural state throughout, which is exactly what gives it that ability to age and mark with wear rather than staying static.