Unique Belts in Plus Sizes

From LoveToKnow Plussize

Finding the right belt to complement your outfit can be a challenge, but today designers have created both classic and unique belts in plus sizes to help to complete your fashion statement.

Accessorize Your Wardrobe

The fashionable plus size woman cares about quality clothing and wants to look and feel great in what she wears. Fashion trends proclaim that the belt is back and, believe it or not, plus size belts come in a variety of looks to complement dresses, long tops, pants and skirts.

In the past, most clothing manufacturers who created plus size fashion lines were out of touch with trends. But today, more and more plus size styles are not only cute but also comfortable. One key to looking good everyday is to build a classic wardrobe complete with accessories; the right belt can make an inexpensive outfit look like it cost a lot more.

Should You Wear a Belt

Not every plus size figure is the same. A woman with a full hourglass figure can easily wear a belt as it draws attention to the thinnest part of her body. For others with pear or apple shapes, we'd like an option other than wearing our shirts untucked without necessarily drawing attention to our middle. So what do you do if you would like to add a belt to your outfits once in awhile?

If you're a plus size apple or pear-shape, some fashion experts suggest buying a thinner-style belt that coordinates with the color of your jeans or skirt. This creates a polished, classy look without focusing attention on what you'd rather not emphasize. On the other side of the fashion coin, bolder fashion experts suggest wearing a thick dark belt with an eye-catching buckle, saying a wide belt is best for plus size women because it makes your waist look smaller.

Let the mirror help you make your choice. How you dress is an extension of your personality. But thin or wide, no matter what advice you take, be sure to get a belt that fits you. If the belt is too tight, don't wear it. It detracts from the look you're trying to convey.

Classic and Unique Belts in Plus Sizes

Accessories create a fashion focal point and a way to add spice to your ensemble, but it's not always easy to find a plus size belt that both looks good and is comfortable. In the past, plus size women didn't have much of a choice, but that has changed. However, many styles offered in department stores tend to target older people. If you want to find stylish belts as well as other accessories, check in plus size clothing boutiques. If you like a store but don't find exactly what you want, be sure to ask the clerk if the store has a catalog or online venue with a mail order option.

Buying online offers the convenience of shopping at various places from the comfort of your home without taking a lot of time. Here are a few sites that offer plus size belts:

The Latest Thing

The Latest Thing has a selection of designer-style plus size fashion belts at competitive prices. They offer classics like:

Wide cinch belt
Obi belt
Wide waist styles
Extra-long vintage belts

Curvety.com

Curvety offers a couple of unique belts in plus sizes including a gold belt that measures 56 inches in length. This belt is manufactured without any holes so it offers a perfect fit. The second plus size belt is a mock leather belt in a leopard print.