the beltway

if i had to identify one item of clothing, an accessory or a look that is my signature, i would say it's belts. i love belts.  they are just my thing.  i don't care if it's a skinny belt or fat belt. heck, i don't even care if they're in style. i just dig belts.  i think they gussy up a dress, top or outfit -  almost every time.  

belts are especially perfect for accentuating a tiny waist.  even if the waist isn't so tiny, it gives that appearance & looks fantastic!  i think just about any age can don a belt & add a little something-something to an outfit.  for instance, i was shopping with my mom several weeks ago and she tried on a cute black/white striped short sleeved button-up with a few ruffles down the front.  we added a simple black belt around her waist (she was hesitant) and voilà, instant transformation to style & sass!

i'm a fan of throwing on a cardigan  over a tank or dress & running out the door.  i'm a bigger fan of cinching the waist of that cardigan with a little belt.  it's effortless, but makes quite a difference.

so, for those friends that don't have a closet full of belts & are on the more "classic" side, just pick up a belt or two at the store & give it a try.  you may find you actually like the beltway.

shoutouts

sweater dress/cardi

blush tank dress

blue dress

brown cardi/yellow skirt

charcoal print dress/cardi