Image consultants have countless rules about how to use these belts depending on your body shape. Our advice: wear it however you wish! Celebrate your body, your curves, your height, and don’t let “fashion rules” restrict how you use this fun and versatile accessory.
Personally, I love wearing a good wide leather belt when I have a very loose or oversized garment and want to define my waist.
For example, with straight coats — the combination of wool fabric and leather is perfect — and with a flowy dress, it’s always a brilliant choice. Here’s another tip: don’t fasten it too tightly. Sometimes we think that the tighter it is, the smaller our waist will look, but that’s not really the case. If it’s too tight, it creates a “balloon” effect. Ideally, wear it fitted but not overly tight. It looks better and is far more comfortable — a true win win ;)