Can’t Resist the Urge?

Posted on June 11, 2008 by Stuart Kerty Filed Under Artistic, Fashion, Floral, Photographic, Pick of the Week | Leave a Comment

Kerry and Rachel were so enamored by The Urge to Adorn line of handmade designer belt buckles that they bought the company. Their buckles are adorned with photos, retro images and antique illustrations, creating a look that is elegant, vibrant, charming, and unlike designs you will see anywhere else.

Their expanded selection of images are available in categories including, animals, Asian art, Buddhas, flowers, old west, insects, and many more. If their colorful selection still doesn’t satisfy your creative vision, they can also create custom buckles from your own images, adding their special multi-layered lacquer to create a vintage look.

In addition to high-quality leather belts, Urge to Adorn also offers eco-friendly, recycled rubber belts made from agricultural tires. We’re not saying you’re fat, but if they need a tractor tire to make your belt, maybe it’s time to put down that Krispy Kreme and take your new belt buckle out for a walk…

(photo courtesy of Urge to Adorn)

Pick of the Week: A Belt Buckle to Memorialize

Posted on May 26, 2008 by admin Filed Under Collecting Belt Buckles, Pick of the Week, Special Buckles | 1 Comment

WWII buckle In honor of Memorial Day, this week’s Pick of the Week is a WWII vet belt buckle. Solid pewter with incredible 3D detailing, the buckle depicts the raising of the flag at Iwo Jima and the three facets of our military–air, land, sea.
If you’re lucky enough to be relaxing at the beach or throwing some steaks on the grill today, say a prayer for our troops and thank a vet. War may be ugly but service is always honorable.

Pick of the Week: Plain = Polished

Posted on May 19, 2008 by admin Filed Under Collecting Belt Buckles, Pick of the Week, Special Buckles | Leave a Comment

sterling silver buckle Big, brazen belt buckles are fun but simplicity never goes out of style. The clean lines and classic shape of the belt buckle at left make it an ideal match for those occasions when understated elegance is in order; think weddings, interviews, client meetings, etc. It’s sterling silver, fits belts up to 1″, won’t tarnish and can be engraved (a great gift). Plain doesn’t have to be boring. In this case, plain is polished and put-together.

Pick of the Week: Wood Works on Belt Buckle

Posted on May 12, 2008 by admin Filed Under Collecting Belt Buckles, Pick of the Week, Special Buckles | Leave a Comment

This buckle is exceptional for what it’s not. Namely, it’s not all metal. The design on the Lions Gate buckle is carved into wood and brushed with silver and black paint, giving it the shaded effect of a tattoo. The frame is metal but it’s only a backdrop for the exquisite woodwork and detailed design of the buckle. Cool and collectible, the Lions Gate buckle has a shelf life longer than its blinged out counterparts.

Pick of the Week: True Western Belt Buckle

Posted on May 5, 2008 by admin Filed Under Collecting Belt Buckles, Pick of the Week, Special Buckles | Leave a Comment

eagle belt buckle I often focus on quirky or cool, high tech or overpriced belt buckles. Not so today. This week’s pick of the week is a true Western Belt Buckle. The Flying Eagle Buckle, pictured at left, features silver inlay, a hammered gold share and inscription-free banners above and below the eagle so you can personalize it with your own engraving. But be warned! It measures 4″x5″ and weighs more than a pound. Only true cowboys can pull this one off.