When one thinks of a belt, traditionally, we would immediately associate it with holding one’s pants up.
After all, that’s what it was originally made for— but we’re way past those days!
Belts are now a fashion statement more than a necessity, which is why you should hop on the hot new trend and rock your outfits.
From accentuating your waistline and even adding inches to your frame and height; belts should be the next thing you’re panic buying on Shopee.
Time to spruce up that OOTD by adding a small detail that goes for miles.
1. The classic belt
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A must-have staple, this belt has probably been there for all of your presentations and formal wear outfits.
The great thing about a classic belt is its versatility, so watch how it goes from drab to glam in a mere few seconds thanks to the styling gods! Tuck your UNIQLO T-shirts into your pants, belt up and check out what a difference it makes!
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TIP: For your outfit to stand out more, wear your belt over your clothes instead of limiting it to the loops of your jeans. If you’re adventurous enough, you could also layer it up for more effect!
2. The chunky belt
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For those who feel like living their glam Gossip Girl fantasies of strutting the Upper East Side in designer clothes, the chunky belt can help elevate your H&M and bundle finds into something that will have fashionistas tittering about for days.
Think of a thick belt as the high waisted trend of belts; it covers just enough of your waist to add to the illusion of an hourglass figure!
3. The emo belt
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2007’s back in full force, baby! Time to go to town with the eyeliner, guys, because emo is cool again. Tuck in your band t-shirts into your skinny jeans (or your all-black goth outfits) and finish with an eyelet belt. If you feel like an extra in a Fall Out Boy music video, you know you’re doing it right!
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TIP: If you want to push for an edgier look, try hooking some dangling chains to your belt. And now, we pronounce you Tiktok ready; born again eboys and egirls!
4. The oversized belt
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If you want to live your alternative Tiktok dreams minus getting stopped by campus security for the amount of metal hanging off you, we’ve got you covered.
Opt for a grunge look by going for an oversized belt instead. The effect of leaving a long strand hanging from your waist also elongates your body to give the illusion of you being taller— so take notes, 5’9-ers!
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5. The chain belt
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Speaking of chains, a well-loved 90s trend seems to have made a comeback too. If your outfit is too simple for something as standout as a traditional belt, how about simplifying it with a chain belt? Less certainly is more with this addition to your waist. Pair it with suits or even jeans for that extra glam to your look.
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TIP: Don’t be shy to try out statement designs, like this heart chain belt!
6. The coin belt
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Not too far from the chain belt family, coin belts are perhaps another elevation that your outfit could use. These easily turn your plain bodycon dress into an exquisite fashion find, so you’d want to keep a few for nights out!
This belt can even tie in your whole outfit together, as shown below with this gorgeous celestial choice of an OOTD.
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With your newfound knowledge of the importance of belts to an outfit, you are now required to own at least one of the many we have listed.
Be it your simple brown belt or any of the other more curious alternatives; it’s a small step that makes a huge improvement to what could set apart a rushed, last-minute put-together outfit to a planned one.
Keep us in mind the next time you’re late for that meeting with your friends 😉
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