How to Wear a Belt

Want to create the illusion of a tiny waist, while keeping the rest of your figure in proportion? Who doesn't! The waist belt is one of the biggest trends of the past year, with everything from sheath dresses to jackets sporting a belt. Find out how to wear a belt to flatter your figure.

January 3, 2011
Marisa Berenson
Source: Francois G. Durand/Getty Images
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Don't: Be Matchy Matchy with Your Belt

Although you want your belt to stand out, wearing too much of one look is dated. Marisa Berenson's metallic overload (metallic belt, gold jewelry, metallic shoes) looks like it came from the back of her closet. A better option would have been to choose a thicker dark (brown or black) leather belt.

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