Have you seen Miley’s outfit at the Grammys on 01.02.2026? A black Céline trench coat with a belt cinched so tightly at the waist that I knew right away: this was no accident. Glamour called it out directly:
“spring’s biggest jacket trend”
And it’s not about a return to the ’90s, but something fresher. Spring jackets and trench coats with a prominent belt accentuating the waist, that whole “nipped-in” effect that broke away from the oversized laziness of recent seasons. Cyrus already showcased this earlier, at Vogue World Hollywood on 10/26/2025 in Saint Laurent SS26, but it was the Grammys that turned it into a media moment. Vogue, Marie Claire, InStyle—everyone started writing about the “belted jacket” at the same time.
Miley Cyrus and a spring jacket with a belt
You can fasten the belted jacket when it’s windy, or loosen it in the sun. At the same time, you get that mix of elegance and edge, especially if you choose leather with hardware. Cyrus showed that a waist belt isn’t just office elegance, but a statement with character. Practical and bold at once, perfect for the transitional months.
A brief evolution of the waist belt
Funny enough, the waist belt on jackets began its career in the trenches of World War I. Thomas Burberry designed the gabardine “trench coat ” as a functional garment for soldiers, and the belt simply kept the fabric close to the body and allowed for heat regulation. No one was thinking about the silhouette back then.
From Function to Form
After the war, trench coats entered civilian fashion, and suddenly this military belt took on a feminine character. Audrey Hepburn in a beige trench coat with a tied belt turned it into a classic symbol of elegance (1950s and 60s). The waist stopped being merely practical and started to shape the silhouette, accentuating the figure. The 80s marked another breakthrough: power dressing, leather shoulders like cushions, a belt cinched at the waist to show who’s in charge. This was an aesthetic of strength, not delicacy.
The return of the waist in 2025-2026
In 2020, we all wore oversized boxes, with waists disappearing under meters of fabric. But Anthony Vaccarello at Saint Laurent SS26 and Michael Rider at Céline showed something different: the return of shape. “Barrel” sleeves, wide hips, but with a strongly defined waist in between. Hardware, leather, minimalism from the ’80s.
Miley Cyrus underwent this evolution in a flash. From the transparency of the ” Bangerz” era to totally black, sculptural leather in 2025. Her stylist Bradley Kenneth went for “shape” and it works. It’s no coincidence—it’s a conscious nod to the ’80s and their obsession with silhouette.
How to wear a spring jacket with a belt?
The red carpet is one thing, reality is another. But these two Miley looks? You can actually pull them off on the street without a stylist’s effort.
Grammy look for everyday wear
01.02.2026, Grammy. Miley in a custom Céline by Michael Rider, leather moto jacket with a belt, puffed sleeves, gold hardware everywhere. Underneath? White shirt, black balloon pants (the ones with volume from the hips down), chunky “M.C.” brooch, gloves, sunglasses, patent shoes. Notice the balance: lots of volume at the bottom, but a cinched waist thanks to the belt. That’s exactly what keeps it from looking like a sack.
Trench coat like a dress
A month earlier, on 26.10.2025, Vogue World Hollywood. This time, Saint Laurent SS26, a black leather knee-length trench coat, a waist-snatching belt (meaning one that cinches the waist just right), barrel sleeves. Styled like a dress over a white shirt. Conductor cap, gloves, stilettos. Hailey Bieber was standing next to her, so you know the vibe was strong.
| Look | Key elements | How to recreate |
|---|---|---|
| Grammy | Moto + belt, shirt, balloon pants | Add a belt to your jacket + a white shirt |
| Vogue World | Leather trench coat, belted waist, “barrel” sleeves | Gap (cropped trench) + own belt |
How I wear it (my checklist):
- White shirt (always)
- Pants with or a pleat (e.g., flare, balloon)
- Heeled shoes (patent leather, stilettos)
- One touch of gold (brooch, hardware, jewelry)
- Hack: belt an ordinary coat with a leather strap from an old bag
Chains get it. Gap has an asymmetrical cropped trench, Favorite Daughter made a short blazer with a detachable belt. There are also belted down coats (perfect for the winter-to-spring transition). Basically, you don’t have to look in vintage.
Closing the loop on the trend
A spring jacket with a belt is one of those trends that prove fashion loves to return to its roots, but always with a subtle twist. Miley Cyrus, whether consciously or not, reminded us that elegance lies in simplicity and a well-tailored cut that accentuates the figure without being loud.
What’s interesting about this whole story? That the trend didn’t originate on the runway or in an advertising campaign. It emerged organically, from a single photo that resonated with people looking for something between casual and chic. And that’s exactly why it has a chance to last longer than just one season.
Sometimes all it takes is a belt and a well-chosen jacket to feel different. The rest is just details.
SINIA L
red carpet & lifestyle editorial team
High Class Fashion