These Instantly Flattering Outfits Involve Just One Key Accessory
Of all the accessories you can throw on to elevate a look, a belt is by far the one piece that does the trick every time. You can tie the waist-defining accessory over dresses and jackets alike. And fashion girls are giving us all the inspiration we need to start wearing a statement belt ASAP, whether it's a bold, embellished piece or one that can be worn over a bulky winter jacket. Click through to see the flattering outfits that have us reimagining our belt collection.
The one trick to make even the most bundled of winter outfits figure-flattering? Tie a wide waist belt over your jacket or coat.
Fashion girls are wearing their belts in dramatic, elongated lengths.
Opt for a belt with metal grommets for an edgy touch.
Pair a wild-printed belt with a minimal outfit.
Don't let a voluminous winter coat overwhelm your shape—just throw on a cool belt over your outerwear.
Pro tip: Match the hardware on your belt with the rest of your accessories.
All the street style stars will be wearing their Off-White belts like this.
Sometimes the prettiest statement belts live at a vintage store (or in the back of your grandmother's closet).
The statement-making accessory of 2017? Belts that double as bags.
Pay attention to the details—a coordinating belt-and-shoe situation is a subtle way to tie your whole look together.
Wearing a dress over pants is made so much chicer with the addition of a fun belt.
Cinch your coziest knits and create a super-flattering silhouette.
We never thought we'd say this, but this belt is the key to this look.
A genius way to style your cocktail dresses during the day is layered over a long-sleeve shirt and cinched at the waist with a cool statement-making belt.
Add a simple yet elevated touch to floaty summer dresses and sandals.
And now, shop outfit-making belts here.
Anna is an NYC-based senior fashion editor who has been a member of theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing team for over seven years, having begun her career in L.A. at brands like Michael Kors and A.L.C. As an editor, she has earned a reputation for her coverage of breaking trends, emerging brands, luxury shopping curations, fashion features, and more. Anna has penned a numberBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing cover interviews, including Megan Fox, Julia Garner, and Lilly Collins. She also leads the site’s emerging travel vertical that highlights all things travel and lifestyle through a fashion-person lens.
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