The belt in modern fashion is one of the important accessories. In general, it does not lose its status and remains a fashionable and stylish accessory since ancient times. Already in the days of the Mycenaean civilization, it was customary to wear spacious robes with belts. And it was in the 16th century BC.

The belt is of no small importance in the formation of the stylistic solution of the model. In modern fashion, designers use historical analogs of past eras in costumes, and the belt, as you know, has gone through many of them, and in each it is interpreted differently.

Let's figure out today how in modern fashion designers suggest using a belt. But first, let's decide - is there a difference between a belt and a belt?

Fashion belts 2018

The belt is made of softer materials, including soft leather. It often lacks a buckle and corresponding holes for fixing it. The belt can be easily tied by dropping the loose ends. You can use a scarf as a belt, kerchiefand this is very welcome in the new season.

The belt can be decorated with embroidery, and in ancient times noble people decorated it with precious stones. In modern fashion, it is permissible to add rhinestones, tassels, fringe for decorating a belt. Similar decoration options can be seen in many collections. By the way, the sash also belongs to the belts. The belt is always used as a decorative element. It can not only be tied, but also fastened with buttons or hooks.

Fashion belts 2018

The belt is made of harder materials and leather, always has a buckle and holes for fixing. A belt in a woman's wardrobe performs not only a decorative function, but is also intended to fix trousers. It can be, just like a belt, luxuriously decorated, and the buckle is made masterly.

Any of these accessories, be it a belt or a belt, add personality to the image and are sometimes the most significant decorative elements in the entire set.



For the new 2018 season, designers used both belts and belts, although it should be noted that the belt was preferred.

For a long time, interpreting in the Japanese style, designers have created belts that clearly imitate the obi belt.



The fact that this is a belt, and you cannot call it otherwise, you can see this in the collection of Carolina Herrera, Ralph & Russo and many other designers. Such belts can be of the same fabric as the suit, or they can contrast with it in color and texture.

Someone prefers such belts wide, while others like narrow, almost laces. A drawstring belt is probably one of those accessories that a man created first. The cord can be leather, fabric, braided rope, etc. Here I would like to remind you of the long-known needlework - macrame. Take advantage of it and create your own design masterpiece.

Sash belt

Sash belt with embroidery and fringe. Such accessories have come into modern fashion from various national costumes. Wide and soft, these belts are wrapped around the waist several times. They can be uniform in width, as well as tapering towards the ends. The Etro collection includes sashes with rich decor - embroidery and fringe, there are also sashes made of textiles that differ in color, print and texture. There are accessories with motifs reminiscent of amulet belts.

Belt and fashion trends 2018

The belt, first of all, has its own tough and slightly masculine character. The belts of the new season have a discreet decor, the buckles are simple to minimalism. Belts with metal rivets are rare. The width is offered for your choice.

The manufacturer's classification of belts by width looks something like this:

1. Thin - up to 2.5 cm
2. Medium width - from 3 to 5 cm
3. Wide - from 5 to 9 cm
4. Corset belts - more than 9 cm.

You should choose based on your style, taste and image.




Based on the name, they should include such belts that differ from models of the classical form with a uniform and straight width. Some of them consist, as it were, of two parts, others change their width.



In the new season, it is preferable to wear narrow belts in the following options:

1. Girdle blouses and cardigans at the waist, tuck into the harnesses of trousers
2. Wrap long straps around the waist two or three times.
3. You can use two straps of different colors. How to do it? Check out Michael Kors, Lanvin.



Small handbags, which have been adorning fashionistas for several seasons, can be fastened to a belt or belt. Everything is provided for this.



Sometimes even belts, though narrow, are tied like belts.



Designers present modern interpretations of the styles of the distant past, and a belt can become a catchy detail or a highlight of a model. With the help of a belt, you can hide minor figure flaws, but at the same time emphasize the main advantages and create an ideal silhouette.