Dear Elyse,I'd like to work more belts into my wardrobe, but I don't know the first thing about which belt belongs to what outfits. Could you give me some ideas?
- Corinne
Dear Corinne,
Though traditionally belts are used to hold up your pants, they can be used to add a bit of detailed style to just about whatever stocks your wardrobe.
More often than not, you'll want to wear your belt at your natural waist (that tapered point where your hips and ribs meet - not where the rise of your jeans ends), but sometimes you come across a belt that's meant to drape or dangle. These can be worn at the mid-hip and work best with a loose skirt or dress and a slim-fitting top in order to maintain definition at the waist.
With a shapeless dress a wider belt is recommended, lest you lose your figure in all that fabric. Skinny belts are best with slim-fitting frocks, providing a point of interest without pulling eyes away from the dress itself.
Slender girls can really work a skinny belt in their favor, wearing it high-waisted (about mid-ribs) over a button-up shirt or over a v-neck sweater or cardigan. Even a simple tailored tee can get an instant style update with a brightly coloured skinny.
With denim, belts can go both ways. If you want to go glam, grab something bright, or even metallic to lace into your look. An earthier style can be achieved with an understated leather belt that boasts a lot of texture, but stay away from big buckles that will widen the look of your hips.
Hope this helps,
Elyse
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