Belts are generally worn around the waist. Usually, belts are used to hold up pants but are often worn as a fashion statement.
Belts have been worn by both men and women for centuries. In the military, the belt was used strictly for decoration up until World War I. The belt served as a way to make the wearer look slimmer in the waist and broader in the shoulders and chest as a means of intimidation. Political cartoons often poked fun at this notion with characters that appeared to be corseted.
Today, men typically wear belts with pants, which also serve to hold pants up. Women typically wear belts solely for fashion reasons.
Top Ten Belt Designers
- Dolce and Gabbana
- Burberry
- Yves Saint Laurent
- Gucci
- Fendi
- Prada
- Louis Vuitton
- Hugo Boss
- Lacoste
- Versace
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There are numerous kinds of belts
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Belts come in different styles and materials
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Belts are one of many types of clothing accessories
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Used for both fashion and for holding up pants
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Made of materials including weather
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