Celebrity Fashion

 
As a rule celebrity stylists tend to get the belted look spot on when it comes to their famous clients.  
 
From Victoria Beckham to Sienna Miller, these celebrities sure know how to dress and when it comes to accessories they're no different.  
 
One of the most sought after designs of the last couple of years has been Victoria Beckhams wide corset style belt. This superb belt really accentuates the curves as well as streamlining the body for that uber cool high end fashion status.  
 
When in comes to celebrity fashion, who wins in the style stakes?...  
 
Girls Aloud are really pushing the boundaries of high street fashion, with their super styled figures their wide waist belts add that extra touch of celebrity glamour.  
 
But a wide belt can look just as good on us mere mortals, whatever your shape or size there's always a style to suit your figure. Whether it's the very wide belt or the dainty skinny belt you certainly aren't short of choices these days.  
 
Here at The Latest Thing we aim to bring you the latest belt trends and ‘as seen on’ ranges from all the up to the minute celebrity fashion styles.  
 

Wide waist belts

 
From the super skinny to the curvier figure, the wide waist belt flatters any shape and gives great definition to the lower or upper torso accentuating curves in all the right places as well as holding in any lumps and bumps you don’t want to display!  
 
With so many styles to choose from these days there is always a designer style belt to suit your particular shape.  
 
Why not choose an elasticated belt in a super wide width for a real fashion statement or if you don't feel quite brave enough a 3" elastic belt is also a great choice breaking you in gently, when you’ve got the hang of this style a five inch belt will not seem such a daunting prospect.  
 

Vintage belts

 
Always assuring high waisted appeal a vintage belt in a classic style can add a touch of old style glamour to any outfit.  
Teamed with a plain vest top or short dress these belts that are generally elasticated in design will give that extra touch of sophistication.  
 
A vintage belt can really make an outfit and also has the ’Where did you get that belt’ appeal. Generally vintage belts are hand sourced individual items that you won’t find on the High Street.  
 

Ladies belts through the ages

 
Women have always worn belts as a fashion statement. From the 1920’s through to the noughties. Classic belt designs from way back still have fashion appeal today.  
 
How often have you seen Sienna Miller or Kate Moss wearing an original vintage accessory and still making it look like high end fashion?  
 
Belts are the must have fashion accessory. From the classic obi belt originally designed as a sash for traditional Japanese dress but now a high end fashion statement in every sense of the word to the art deco period style belts, we fashion conscious women love our belts!  
 
These days we do not wear belts simply to keep our trousers up. A belt can be worn purely as an add on to an already great outfit making it a fabulous outfit!  
 

Fashion on a budget

 
You don’t have to spend a fortune to look like you’ve just stepped from the front pages of Vogue Magazine, just add the right accessories and you’ve got it made.  
 
Fashion and expense do not go hand in hand. If you’ve got an eye for high fashion with a touch of class then you’ll make any outfit look good.  
 
A simple black dress with a wide belt on the right frame can look super glam especially if you pick out a great pair of killer heels. There is so much choice on the high street these days. Footwear is not the expensive item it once was. With such a choice of budget shoes available just be careful to pick out a classic timeless style that can be matched with more than just one outfit.  
 

Cheap belts

 
When we say cheap we mean inexpensive fashion accessories with style and class. Fashion is often referred to these days as throw away because styles and trends change so quickly in our celebrity inspired culture. It’s not a bad thing, but it can get a bit pricey if it’s the designer labels you aspire to.  
 
The Latest Thing offer a choice of ‘cheap’ on trend belts without the budget appearance. Our waisted belts are high fashion designer style pieces that won’t break the bank but will look as if they did!  
 

Choosing the right belt for your body shape

 
Choosing just the right belted accessory can be quite difficult. Women come in all different shapes and sizes so it’s not always as simple as just choosing the latest style.  
 
The best advice we can give you is be bold, don’t be afraid to express your personality with a fabulous belt. A belt can make an outfit providing you make the right choice. Follow these simple rules and you’ll always be on trend.  
 

Hourglass

 
If you have a larger chest as well as fuller hips your shape may be described as the hourglass, the hourglass body can carry most styles, but perhaps the most flattering is the nipped waist or a wide tummy hugging style.  
 

Apple

 
If you are round in shape and carry most of your weight around your middle you may want to avoid belts that accentuate the waist line. Why not go for a very wide belt that will hold your tummy in whilst giving you added shape not to mention comfort!  
 

Slender

 
If you are very slender in shape (straight up and down) a wide belt will look great on your frame. Worn simply with a vest top or jersey dress looks best. A very wide belt will maximise your waistline creating the illusion of curves.  
 

Plus size ladies

 
The plus size figure or voluptuous as we prefer to call it would benefit from a figure hugging wide belt. Smaller breasted women with a curvier figure will look great in a narrow high waisted belt.