In the wrong hands, or rather on the wrong waist, a belt can look out of place, but if worn tastefully, it can work wonders. Take for example a voluminous blouson top; sans belt, it's shapeless, but with one, your waist is accentuated. Patricia Field can back me up on this. On the Spring runways, belts ran the gamut from starry, see YSL (left), to geometric at Fendi, to suave at Gucci. There's Read more

New York Fashion Week is about the shows, for sure, but then there are the parties . . . celebrating design collaborations, new books, and the collections, of course! I needed your help finding the perfect after-party outfit and like always, you delivered! I started you off with this Suzi Roher Stretch Swarovski Belt ($463) because you can dress it up or down. Let's see what you all came up Read more

These thick, modern versions of the old style chain belts are a sexy accessory that would complement any mod style long shift dress or tunic. Just wrap it around, clip it together and go with no fuss - they really make cinching a cinch! They also add a Grecian flare. Here are a few new chain belts: This Woven Link Belt by Cara Couture, $165, is a stunning woven iron gold link belt that has a Read more