The Cinch Treatment

Featuring (left to right, top to bottom): Geraldine, Nicole, Olivia, Emelda, Alisa, Tuvshin

Smooth or braided, colourful or patterned, a skinny belt ties an outfit together for an instant style update. A more subtle touch than wide, thick belts — which can be hard to pull off, depending on your body type — the skinny belt can accentuate your curves and add contrast to a simple outfit, and can look either elegant and chic, or quirky and offbeat. Throw a belt in to break up a one-piece ensemble and give it a little shape, or opt for a colourful piece to jazz up an old look. These do-it-all wonders look especially good over flowy dresses, immediately changing the silhouette and giving your outfit a little more definition without being too form-fitting. You’d be surprised at how much so little can make such a big difference.