Belt
High Vs. Low: Carrie’s Studded Belt
Of the SATC Movie wardrobe, wonderstylist Patricia Field has been quoted as saying, “it’s all about the belt”?. We touched on the belt earlier this week, but we couldn’t help but notice as we flipped through screenshots from the film that Carrie seems to favor one such belt in particular – surprisingly, this studded black belt pops up on several looks throughout the film. Who would have thought Ms. Bradshaw could glean style inspiration from 15-year-old skater boys? We kinda love the idea of pairing the downtown punk with the uptown girl—the contrast between the girlie floral and the tough leather prevents a luxe-looking day dress from coming off as too prim. We recommend trying this look for a night out (rather than a day at the office), wearing a studded belt high on the waist of a brightly-colored sheath, with a pair of killer heels (of course).
Care to test-drive the trend? The good news is it won’t set you back as much as, say, a pair of Manolos. Above, a high-end and a budget version—so which is which?
On top, a Linea Pelle version which retails for $212.50; on the bottom, a synthetic studded belt from Vegan Store, $28.95
Sex and the City Movie Fashion Trend: The Belt
“THESE PRODUCTS ARE NO LONGER BEING SOLD”
From all the movie stills making the rounds, the Sex and the City ladies seem to be all about the waist-cinching belt, which makes perfect sense considering they’ve got the figures for it. Truly, though, belts are great for creating a little hourglass action on any body type. It’s also another accessory option to boost an otherwise ho-hum outfit—and in SATC we’re seeing color, studs, metallic, you name it. Fun.
Xhilaration Reversable Wide Sash Metallic Belt, Silver, $14.99, at Target.
Ann Klein Factory Girl Patent Belt, $42, Macy’s
Woven Rope Belt, $20, at Urban Outfitters.
Fall Trend Alert: The Big Black Belt
This fall, you don’t have to be a martial arts expert to rock the power of a black belt.
Vogue loves it this month, and a bevy of celebs are sporting the look. Which might not mean much, except it really is striking—and that’s why we like it.
In a season where there’s much ado about menswear, color blocking, and other strong lines, we like a trend that gives us a chance to create a little curve, and the wide belt is it. Wear it at the waist, over a trim jacket, tunic sweater or sweater dress, to create a feminie silouette that still packs a punch. There’s something about that wide-belt, we find, that says “power”—maybe it reminds us just a little of Wonder Woman, but without the lasso and funny wrist bands.
Making it work for less is our angle, of course, so we’ve found these budget-friendly options:
Black patent, from New York and Company, $11.97 on sale
Eclipse waist belt, Forever 21, $7.80
Interlock sash belt, Target, $16.99
braided leather belt, $28 at JCPenney
Anne Klein patent belt, at Chadwick’s, $59
~ Angela
Fall 2006 Fashion Preview: The Wide Belt
The wide belt is another accessory making a major comeback this fall. The belt, sometimes called an “Obi”, from the belt/binding used to hold a kimono in place, was poping up everywhere during NYC’s Fall fashion week—over sweaters, dresses and even winter coats.
How You’ll Wear it:
- Over a grandpa cardigan sweater
- Over a black fitted sweater and black pencil skirt
- As a belt for your basic winter dress coat
- To add a bit of color to a basic black sweater dress
Where to find it:
Urban Outfitters, Target, eBay (great collection), H&M, Forever21 or make your own by purchasing a strip of leather and a vintage (or vintage looking) belt buckle from your local fabric store.
Belts: The Other Accessory
THIS CONTEST IS NOW OVER.
Belts are the forgotten accessory. Pushed aside by the rise of the low rise, belts continue to be a fashion afterthought. Earrings, necklaces, and even brooches have risen to fashion glory—but not the lonely belt. So, I’m starting a global push for belts to become the next “must-have” accessory.
The Preppy Potato, the designers of preppy fabric belts, have joined me in my crusade by giving away a Coral Goldrush belt from their Madison Avenue collection (retail value: $66.00) to two lucky TBF readers. Just send an email with the name of the designer’s two children (hint: You can find it here) via our contact form by 5pm, Thursday October 13, 2005.
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