Trendy accessory par excellence, the scarf can easily be transformed into a belt. To use it, choose a sufficiently large scarf:its diagonal must be wider than your waist, or hips, if you wear it low. Then roll it on itself, fold it or slip it as is if your pants have loops. All that remains is to tie it, leaving the sides floating or forming loops! Do you like bohemian looks? Tuck a scarf into the waistband of jeans or shorts. Tie it with a simple knot, staggering it, so that the sides of the scarf float on one hip. Pair the shorts with gladiator sandals, the jeans with leather or suede ankle boots. If you prefer a more urban style, pair high-waisted pleated trousers or chinos with a large, colorful scarf. Slip it through the loops and let the panels float, or form two loops for a more elaborate look. A last idea? Belt a shirt dress or an oversized men's shirt... under the chest, with a knot to simulate a fancy belt, or at the waist by concealing the knot for a Japanese style!
Particularly popular in summer, rope belts are snapped up at exorbitant prices in trendy boutiques. However, a good measure of rope is enough to simply replace a classic belt! Measure the length of rope needed, preferably at the hips, the rope belt fits better there. Double this measurement to be able to make two turns and add fifty centimeters for the ends. Do you like manual work? Learn to master a few simple sailor knots to customize your belts! To simply wear the rope belt, wrap it twice at the hips, tie it and let the two ends fall on one thigh. As for the outfit? Bet on a T-shirt dress for a casual look in summer, a long printed dress for a mid-season bohemian style, accessorized with matching ankle boots. With trousers, wrap the rope only once in the loops, otherwise there will be complications when undressing!
How about making your own obi belt? Search the drawers for a piece of fabric large enough to fit more than twice around your waist. Tear it in height, measuring twice the desired height:from the hips to under the chest for a corset-style belt, about fifteen centimeters for a belt that is easier to wear. Fold each edge of the piece of fabric inwards to form a wide band, the edges of which are hidden on the body side. Wrap it twice, tie, done! A trendy and daring belt, to wear with a simple outfit, preferably. For example ? Simply jeans and a white T-shirt, with a pair of trainers! If you prefer a feminine version, wrap the belt over your little black dress, sexy effect guaranteed.
