Women's belt

“The devil is in the details”: a truly feminine image cannot be imagined without small additions that give it completeness, elegance - be it a hat, bag, gloves, belt (belt). The last one on the list often comes first, putting the image together or distracting from the problem areas of the figure.

The women's belt, from ancient times, as a “belt” that first came into use for a newborn girl, then accompanies her throughout her life, performing the sacred function of a talisman. Growing up, she will gird her shirt, decorate a sundress or a poneva skirt at a village holiday, and in winter she will tightly tie the floors of her fur coat, protecting herself from frost.

The ritual essence will gradually give way to the practicality and decorativeness of this difficult piece of clothing. It differs in width and length, a large number of colors, a variety of materials and manufacturing methods, decorations. Other accessories could play the role of a belt: scarves, shawls, scarves, ribbons. They were wrapped around the waist several times, tied with a beautiful knot, a bow with long fluttering ends, decorated with flowers and jewelry.

A simple classic belt for women's trousers, threaded into belt loops, can vary in width and thickness, buckles, color, finish. He moves into belt loops on a skirt or cardigan, jacket, raincoat and coat. Today it is difficult to do without this small decorative element of everyday wear, not to mention festive options.

The appearance of jeans in the ladies' closet added popularity and new models to the accessory.

It will be possible to diversify the wardrobe just by replacing this part with another model. Understanding the many models will help a clear idea of ​​​​the purpose of this product. A belt intended for casual dresses, trousers, jeans should not be worn over an evening dress.

All models are divided into classic and designer, fantasy.

Classic models are strict, neutral tones, with simple design buckles. They are suitable for any things, giving elegance, sophistication (especially made of high-quality natural or artificial materials). A casual look will look very interesting.

Designer style items casual allow more freedom in choosing a model, color, buckle, but require responsibility when creating a bow, so as not to slide into vulgarity, carried away by pretentiousness. Products intended for front exits amaze with fantasy and decoration.

Models vary in width:

• up to 4 cm - narrow;
• from 4 to 7 cm - medium;
• over 7-10 cm - wide.

Products in the form of a corset are even wider.

Narrow bright models are suitable for summer shirts, dresses.

Wider decorative accessories with pockets and interesting buckles are good on long skirts, trousers or jeans.

A chain belt will decorate a simple dress and an evening dress, emphasizing its unusualness.

This part of the toilet is created from different materials. Fabric weave from threads. The development of the textile industry has led to the emergence and use of a variety of fabrics - rep, taffeta, elastic tape. The most delicate lace models were first woven by hand, with the advent of industrial lace, they became more accessible.

Leather dressing technologies have been known for a long time. The development of chemical production made it possible to move from expensive genuine leather to affordable products made from synthetic and artificial materials that are not inferior in appearance and quality. Eco-leather appeared, imitating the properties of natural, animalistic colors, especially successfully - expensive reptile skin, fashionable for several seasons.

A variety of materials for manufacturing led to the expansion of the color palette of the product - from black to gold. The appearance of gold, silver, bronze metallized models is acquired through the use of pigments.

The blue dress has a neutral background, which will suit any tone of this addition. Black, brown are more casual than contrasting white or yellow, which highlight the image.

The black dress has the same story: any shade will “play” on it (due to the noble neutrality of the color).Even silver and gold will be appropriate, not to mention the radiance of stones. No wonder Chanel put on a pedestal exactly a little black dress, from which it has not left for a hundred and fifty years.

The most fashionable colors of the season cannot be left without attention. You can wear an accessory to match the tone and get an elegant casual. Colors that are neutral in another situation will give a spectacular contrast to a bright yellow background: a range of brown shades of natural leather or black.

Complex color, cold, bright. Since light is in fashion (including outerwear), it is advisable to gird a blue thing with the same fashion accessory - for example, pink, purple. Green tones are also in vogue. The most daring wear red belts, not afraid of associations with the tricolor.

This accessory made of black velvet, silk, satin with hanging ends on light (pastel) dresses made of light fabrics is a trend of recent years. It won't go out of fashion soon.

Products in tone or from light fabric of a different shade look aristocratic.

The color of the belt should be selected depending on where the shirt will be “walked”. Democratic casual allows you to use accessories in discreet shades (primary colors). More formal office shirts require a black or similarly neutral belt.

Gray-green protective tones, khaki, canvas, canvas options go well with denim.

The classic trouser belt of the corresponding color is also good here - black, brown.

Children's products are different. Bright and gentle tones of all colors of the rainbow are used. However, black on festive children's dresses looks stylish. The main thing is that from all this beauty there should be no traces on children's palms.

Outerwear is usually accompanied by a "native" belt, replacing it with a fashionable version of a contrasting color will drastically change the image. Classic leather products in black or natural brown shades will fit under a raincoat, coat, change the silhouette of a fur coat. Wide elastic belts in muted shades are used over the cloak to give the look originality.

The tradition of decorating belts goes back centuries, leaving genuine masterpieces in the best museums in the world. Today, not everyone can afford gold, precious natural stones, but any fashionista can buy a belt buckle with rhinestones, ornamental stones, pearls.

A more affordable fashionable decoration - flowers and bows of any shades, sizes, bunches. A flower or a matching bow looks royally elegant. Flowers are used as a buckle, whole garlands are embroidered along the entire length.

In casual products, you can successfully use a modest bow, flowers. So you can make the image more romantic. Such decorations on children's clothes are adorable.

A little bit of metal fittings (stylish fancy buckles, figured overlays, rivets of all stripes) - and a slight brutality that preserves the femininity of the look is guaranteed for jeans.

Corset models are decorated with lacing.

A line, an edging, a weaving pattern of the product itself are made an ornament.

The accessory has a length corresponding to the size of the figure.Correctly determining the necessary parameters will help measure the volume of the waist (hips) with a centimeter while inhaling - over the clothes. The length of the belt is measured from the buckle to the center hole in the row. It corresponds to the volume of the waist (hips) + 15 cm. The standard marking of international sizes in capital Latin letters is indicated on the product label: the familiar S, M, L, XL. You can continue in both directions.

The American jeans marking system is suitable for determining the size of the belt: 2 is added to the number indicated on the label. The resulting amount is the size.

They do not have a chain size.

Stylists suggest choosing this accessory in accordance with other details: shoes, bag, gloves. Good range of parts in the bag shop. Many companies that make bags take the trouble to make a belt. In shoe stores you can find both a bag and a belt of a fashion brand. The problem of selection is solved by purchasing a set of two or three matching accessories.

However, you can choose an expensive classic product made of high-quality genuine leather in a universal color with a neutral buckle shape, which is suitable for all occasions, with the whole wardrobe, allowing you to create modern stylish options.

When choosing, it is important to take into account the build, the size of the waist (hips), so as not to spoil the intended bow.

The product should not overtighten the body. In case of insufficient length, the free end will stick out or pop out of the second loop, spoiling the impression.

The waist is more difficult. The width of the product must be taken into account.

A narrow belt is inappropriate for a wide waist.Narrow belts suit thin petite ladies.

With an increase in proportions, the width of the belt should be increased to medium.

Too elegant and conspicuous belt will also emphasize the problematic part of the body. The use of contrasting belts that draw attention to the problem is not recommended. It is better to match the tone of the item worn, "playing" with shades.

The corset belt, if it is correctly chosen, will “make” the image not only in the style of “pin-up”, but also in folklore, romantic. When choosing this model, pay attention to the volume of the chest. With a large or small volume, the use of such a model is undesirable.

Inventive fashionistas in search of a unique look move the accessory from the waist to the hips, lift it high under the chest, transforming the entire silhouette. The belt, located well above the waist, lengthens the legs. A belt with a massive buckle, which is located on the hips, hides the protruding parts of the body - for example, the stomach.

A wide belt, tightened at a slender waist, with a strongly flared outfit will give harmony to the whole look in an unforgettable New Look style.

If the waist is far from ideal, it is better to loosely tie the belt around the hips, without pulling it too tight. This detail under the breast will look attractive, hiding figure flaws under the formed folds of the classic Empire style.

The lacing of the corset should not be tightened too much, it emphasizes the chest so well. It is actual to wear this model under a raincoat or coat.

Most of the reviews agree on the quality of the goods. There are pleasant tactile sensations from the products.Not always and not everyone manages to get the right size, but this is a matter of experience. Wishes are expressed about the presence of a second loop to secure the end of the belt - apparently, the hanging end does not suit. Noticeably interested in the product, a clear pleasure in acquiring the desired model.