Holiday Trend to Try: Waist-Cinching Belt - Essence | Essence

Nov 05, 2024

Do you have your New Years Eve party outfit yet? Whether it’s hanging in your closet, or still in a store waiting for you, try this celeb inspired style tip: belt it! From ruffled cocktail dresses like Brandy’s, to chic pants and blouse combo’s, belts offer an instant style upgrade. See how they wore it and check out a few belts to buy now!

Faith adds a touch of luxury to this casual denim and blouse look with a gold buckled Gucci belt.

Interlocking G Buckle Belt by Gucci, $325. Available now at Saksfifthavenue.com.

If this figure hugging red dress wasn’t stunning enough Miss Tina upped the ante with this big buckled belt, which draws even more attention to her curves.

Classic, patent, leather belt in Black, $295. Available now at YSL.com.

To further this chic ensemble, Keri added a stretch belt to this structured top.

Lanvin Leather Belt. Available now at ShopZoeonline.com.

Gabourey is rocking all black everything, so why not add a belt to that too! A tonal belt (one that matches the colors in your outfit) has a slimming and elongating effect.

Black Satin Corsage Belt by Miss Selfridge, $19. Available now at MissSelfridge.com.

We love how Brandy broke up the flirty ruffles in this dress with a slim, black belt.

Black leather heart belt, $32. Available now at Topshop.com.

We love the simplicity of Gabrielle’s slim belt, which subtley enhances her bold print dress.

Taupe Sarah Studded Belt, $11. Available now at Debenhams.com.

Easily one of our favorites, this studded number wraps several times around Keyshia’s waist giving it the effect of being super-tiny.

Double wrap stud & punchout belt, $11. Available now at HouseofFraser.co.uk.