It never hurts to have a shimmery metallic belt in your closet, especially when you want to jazz up an outfit. The Suzi Roher Quilted Belt will do that and so much more! Make this piece the focal point of your outfit; it’s hard not to miss with it’s quilted leather, done in a light gold, and the gold buckle that resembles a chain. Goes great with jeans or a basic dress.

Buy: $275

One of the best ways to accessorize an outfit or dress up something basic is with a stunning belt. And upon first glance at the CC Skye Braided Double Wrap Belt, stunning was the first word that came to our minds! This braided gold belt wraps it’s way twice around your waist and closes with an 18k gold plated clasp. Put this on over a great pair of tailored white pants with your favorite blouse and a great cropped leather jacket.

Buy: $415

OOoh, what a catch this CC Skye Double Wrap Belt will be when paired with a slinky jersey dress! This golden braided wrap belt just to-die-for, with simple detailing that’s just perfect for any outfit. A cool closure involves a link bar and hoop that’s easy to secure, but not impossible to remove. Very sumptuous and yet understatedly elegant. Consider jazzing up your ’80s inspired tee as well.

Buy: $475.00

Cinch it up, cinch it tight, and cinch it right: this Raina “Envy” Corset Belt combines leather and gold with a dragon detail closure. You might find a piece like this along Cape Cod or in Camden Market, but why bother with all the searching? This one is just here for the taking, and it’s already been sought out for you. Available in s-m-l for the perfect fit.

Buy: $208.00

Accessories can perfect all those past-season shifts that’s you’ve fallen in love with too much to stop wearing. This Michael Kors Luggage Braided Toggle Belt has a cool look, with its chunky leather braid and metal findings, to keep your waist defined with style. Available in luggage brown or black, this rope belt will become a mainstay in your regular wardrobe.

Buy: $45.00

The tagline on this Boden Double Wrap Belt is “so good you can wear it twice.” That could be very true! While I’m digging this bright blue version, it’s available in lots of different options like yellow, brown, and pewter. So bright, so fun, this belt would look fantastic wrapped around your high-waisted skirt or a striped, long-sleeved tee. It’s simple, easy, and interesting, if you don’t get this one, you may wish you had!

Buy for $48.00.

Nothing dresses up a basic outfit like a unique belt. The Multifinish Belt with Pyramid Studs in Fawn by Linea Pelle will no doubt do it’s duty. This brown leather belt is covered grommets of all different shapes and covers, and the way it comes together couldn’t be any more perfect. Of course, a belt like this will look great with jeans and a T shirt, but it will also add a stylish touch to something a bit more formal, like a white tube dress or a flowy cream colored halter top.

Buy for $66

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Waist belts certainly aren’t a new trend, but the way we wear them is changing. Move over giant square belt buckles, it’s all about the cumberbund and the sash. Here are four big belts that will make an equally big impression on any outfit.

What’s the perfect accessory to compliment your casual spring dresses? We think it’s the Bottega Veneta Woven Leather Belt in a lovely off shade of yellow. And aside from the great color, the belt also has that woven detailing that Bottega Veneta is known for, as well as an innovative buckle that we thought was a perfect touch. Surprise us by pairing this with an unexpected contrasting color, like a mint green jersey tube dress or a light pink shirt dress.

Buy for $490

The best ways to make an outfit your own is to add an accessory, and no accessory makes your style stand out from the ordinary like a fabulous belt. The Marc by Marc Jacobs Glitter Jorie Belt comes in patent black and olive, it sits at the natural waist and ties at the side. The Jorie belt makes a great alternative to the basic leather belt with a buckle. And it will look great with your favorite empire style dress or halter top.

Buy for $228

The cumberbound is the next step in the evolution of the waist belt, and Elegantly Waisted is taking an even more stylish approach to this trend with the Twist Belt. The name pretty much explains it all; this belt elegantly wraps and weaves itself around your waistline, drawing attention to the area without adding to it. Throw this on over a trapeze dress to make the silhoutte even more flattering, pull on a pair of matching hot pink tights or heels and you’re good to go!

Buy for $123

All that glitters is gold, including this gorgeous belt from Lula. The Torn Belt is absolutely a belt lovers dream, and takes a basic top or dress to the next level of style by adding a pop of color as well as texture. This color compliments a multitude of other colors and even fabrics, so be creative with it! Fashionista’s will also love the high quality Italian leather it’s made out of.

Buy for $234