For this theme, “put a belt on it,” I had to think for a moment and dive into the archives. Because I don’t have a second-hand belt. So I went through all the photos from years and years ago. And I was rewarded. Let’s take a look at what I made of it. And even better, what beautiful looks my friends are wearing!
Welcome to The Thrifty Six. We are a group of international fashion influencers who meet once a month in our little space on the internet to share our thrifty outfits. On the third Monday of every month, we will all share an outfit based on a theme that features pre loved wardrobe pieces. Shopping and reselling pre loved clothing is so much better for the environment and you can find some of the best fashions in thrift or charity shops. The Thrifty Six are here to inspire you to shop second hand.
Put a belt on it
This top is by Diane von Furstenberg and was bought on Vinted. Or maybe in Lewes, England. I don’t remember anymore. But I wore it so much, until it was completely worn out. But this skirt had a high waist, and those wrap straps get in the way. So… I used them as a belt! What a fabulous top it was.
And here are my beautiful friends
Sally of Within a World of My Own
Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge
Recently, macrame belts have been popping up all over the place and I am definitely here for it! I found this brown beaded macrame belt on a thrifting adventure not too long ago and it is proving to be quite handy. I belted a newly thrifted dress layered beneath a newly thrifted robe for a cool print mix in earthy tones and added two preloved wooden necklaces and a pair of flea market leopard print earrings.
But I didn’t just belt my dress, I also belted my hat with an old brown braided belt. I love using belts as hat bands to add a unique detail and better coordinate my hats with my outfits. Was going to also attach a belt to a handbag as a purse strap but I got lazy and skipped the third belt. I figured two belts would satisfy our thrifty theme! But keep in mind that belts aren’t necessarily just for your waist. You can get creative and belt anything you’d like!
Jane of preloved_vintage_handmade
This was an 80’s vintage dress, now cut to make a blouse – I’ve removed the skirt, leaving this stunning peplum – peplums being bang on trend right now!
To exaggerate the silhouette, I’ve added an original 1950’s waspie which acts as a belt nipping in the waist to create a perfect hourglass.
I’ve further enhanced the effect using a waist cincher belt with a huge statement bow at the front.
Peplum, waspie and waist cincher together create this dramatic Alexis Colby inspired ensemble – I’m back in the early 80’s, fresh off the set of Dynasty…
Jodie of Jodie’s Touch of Style
I’m a huge fan of these wide, elastic belts, and I found this one at a vintage shop. Of course, my maximalism brain said I should decorate it with a necklace and earrings.
The dress and shoes are all thrifted, also.
Emma of Style Splash
