Wardrobe Reinvention // 3 Ways to wear a bow tie belt

Yes, I did a Wardrobe Reinvention around a belt. I know it seems a bit strange, but after Laura said in the comments of this post, that she loved the bow tie belts, but couldn't think of what to wear it with, I immediately wanted to create this post, because I love those belts, and they are a great accessory. So that's the answer to the why. Also, I wanted to show you how accessories really do matter, and can add so much to an outfit.

Wearing // Tee - refashioned / Skirt - DIY / Belt - Pearls & Scissors / 

Shoes - thrifted / Earrings - gift from hubby

I love that this is mostly a me-made outfit (I've gotta learn how to make shoes...), and it's also very lady-like. I think wearing the belt over a skirt or dress is also probably the first idea that comes to mind. So, nothing earth chattering there, but it doesn't have to be only fancy dresses like in the promo photos.

This is something I used to wear to school. Now I'd wear it to a date with hubby, to a concert, or a trip to the city when I feel like dressing up a bit. It's just in between a fancy and a casual outfit, which I really. Feeling put together without being over-dressed.

 Wearing // Jacket - Reserved / Bloused - H&M (old) / Skirt - refashioned / Belt - Pearls & Scissors

Another way to wear the belt is over a jacket. Since the belt is made of fabric, it's soft and therefor doesn't wrinkle the jacket as much as a stiff belt would. And, it really adds a special touch to the outfit, I think. Using a belt on a jacket changes the look of it just slightly, so it becomes a more versatile piece. If you're not a formal jacket kind of woman, this is something to try out. I think it softens the look and feel of the outfit. More feminine, for sure.

 Wearing // Blouse - hand-me-down / Jeans - gift from Mom / 

Shoes - thrifted / Belt - Pearls & Scissors

Last, but not least, the classic belted jean. Sure, the belts are not that useful when the purpose of them is to give support, but they are very useful, when the main purpose is to give a bit of excitement. For me, the belt elevates this outfit from a casual button-down with jeans, to something a little bit more fun. Rein said I look like a little hipster in these outfit. Hipster or not, I really like it.

I had a lot of fun styling these outfits despite my very limited wardrobe choices. I hope you got some inspiration and ideas to try out!

xo. Hanna