Friday, October 2, 2009

Power Belts..Style Guide on How to Wear Them

It's easy to introduce a texture, color and bling to any outfit..BELT it.This accessory can take any outfit up a notch, from simple to fantastic.

Position your Belt
Belts nowadays are worn on different parts of the torso.Traditionally worn to accentuate a woman's curves to create the most feminine of figures.You can place it on the natural waist, just below the bust line or just let it slung low around your hips.You adjust it to suit the occassion.

Wide Belts /Corset-like Belts
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To emphasize the smallest part of your torso, thick belts create a dramatic waist-narrowing look on your natural waist. They brace your body like a corset and accentuate sexy curves. Choose sturdy or stretchy materials like woven or solid leathers,layers of satin ot thick elastic bands that can resist every movement over the course of a day

Belt on Hips
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For a more relaxed and casual look yet sexy,let it rest your hips. It can do wonders for boho style skirts, tunics,low rise jeans, casual dresses.It will totally add interest in your outfit,adding a ring of color and personality.


Skinny Belts
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How do you complement a dainty dresses and separates? Add skinny belts,single or a couple wrapped around your waist or hips looks super stylish.Skinny belts are like barely-there strips of leather,rope or chain links. You can choose a metallic finish or some splash of bright color without dominating the outfit.

Belt at the Waist
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Rock the belt wear a thick or thin waist level belt with your high-waisted trouser. You can add it onto your secretary pencil skirt or over a shift dress. You can tie together separates by wearing a waist hugging thick belt over light layers -tops,skirts,sweaters,denim or trousers.

You can amp up the glamour of a curve-flattering sheath dress with a patent leather belt or a decorative belt studded with crystals, rhinestones, gemstones, sequins, and metallic finishes.
Highlight your curves and add focus to tailored jackets and structured shirts by wrapping your waist with a belt.

Empire Waist Belt (Below the Bust)
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To accentuate the bossom wear it below the bust line. Find a skinny,simple light belt.
Best worn are thin belts in contrasting colors made from patent leather, suede, alligator, or a delicate bow-tied ribbon.

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