For the next 9 days I’ll be focusing on style ideas for 2015.  Follow along for tips on trends to try, smart clothing tips, and new inspirations for a fab fashion new year!

Day Four: Belt Savvy

Many women are belt shy, and shouldn’t be.  Belts are easy to wear if you choose the right one for your outfit and body, AND can really make an outfit.  Here are some of my favourites to try in the coming year:

Great for adding curves

Thicker brow leather belt around a dress and cardigan.

This cardi is closed around a button-up shirt, then belted.

Great for skimming over curves

Belt your favourite scarf!

Perfect for creating an hourglass shape

Belt a work dress. Btw: black and brown together is incredibly chic!

Works well for boyish figures

Bow belt a simple blazer.

Perfect for petites

Artful knot with a blouse and knife pleat skirt.

Works well on most shapes

Leopard belt adds interest to a simple outfit.

Here’s a great belt knot tutorial, good for every body shape:

My best advice for venturing into new belt territory: USE PINTEREST!  Go out, buy a belt that you like on you, then go home and search for ways to wear it.  You’d be amazed at what “thick brown belt” turns up.  Try it out, then take a breath and WEAR IT!  That’s all you need to do 🙂