Confirmed: Fashion Girls Are Obsessing Over This Boring Yet Chic Basic

If recent runway shows and street style looks are any indication, belts are going to be huge this spring. Normally, we’d be sitting here predicting that they will be the go-to accessory among the fashion set in a few months’ time, but the fact is that fashion people are already proving that a simple—some might even say “boring”—belt is the key to a cool outfit right now. With all the outfit inspiration to be had right now, you don’t need to wait until spring actually hits to try out the look—there are plenty of outfits you can start wearing now and there are plenty of interesting ideas for how to wear a belt. 

To provide some inspiration, we looked to fashion girls to see how they’re styling their looks. Whether you layer a belt over a sleek maxi dress or throw one on with basics like trousers and button-down shirts, the following outfits will have you seeing the humble accessory in a whole new light. So, want to see our favorite ways to wear belts right now?

Keep reading to see how fashion girls are styling belt with their outfits, then shop our favorite ones inspired by their looks.

What you’ll need: Oversize sweater + relaxed trousers + belt + loafers

What you’ll need: Simple maxi dress + studded belt

What you’ll need: Button-down shirt + crewneck tee + trousers + metal-hardware belt

What you’ll need: Leather jacket + denim maxi skirt + textured belt

What you’ll need: Turtleneck + robe coat + trousers + leather belt + loafers

What you’ll need: Blazer coat + skinny belt + kitten heels + tights

What you’ll need: Button-down shirt + matching trousers + western belt + ankle boots

What you’ll need: Button-down shirt + white tank + jeans + wide belt

What you’ll need: Simple top + trousers + metal-hardware belt

What you’ll need: Sweater + belt + maxi skirt + knee-high boots

What you’ll need: Long-sleeve top + long belt + baggy jeans + flats

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