A wedding dress is not just a one-off piece, but a curated look made up of individual pieces. Rounded off with perfect accessories. When you think of the extra extras that put a wedding look together, the first thing that comes to mind are: Shoes, Earrings, and maybe even cloaks. However, there is another accessory that is often overlooked, bridal belts.

Most people know belts as a commodity. They have been used to hold a pair of pants for centuries. But even hundreds of years ago, people saw their advantage not only in the fact that their pants did not fall off, but also to upgrade their outfits.

Belts offer many advantages as accessories. They can add shine and glitter to a simple dress. If that’s not your problem, they can also be used to enhance the waist for the perfect silhouette.

But a word to the wise. It’s also important to carefully consider whether this helps or harms the bigger picture. While belts can do a fantastic job of tying an outfit together, things can get overly busy or lost when you have an already ornate dress.

So if you want to top off your wedding outfit, be it with a simple touch of sparkle or a statement piece to make sure you aren’t overlooked while you walk, we have put together some of the best bridal belts out there.

The arc

The bow is a classic addition to a bridal ensemble as it rounds off a cute, whimsical tone that it can use to finish off a look. Front or back, a perfect bow is almost a staple for the bride.

However, this does not mean that an arch cannot make a statement. While a cute, simple bow is one option, a bride looking for something a little more can go the route of a dramatic oversized bow, maybe even try a violent clash of colors to really make her shine. Bows can be tied to your wedding dress as a sash (see below) or incorporated as part of the dress itself.

Everything that shimmers

While minimalism is a popular trend, a bridal look is almost never complete without a bit of sparkle. Belts are the perfect accessory to add some sparkle to your dress as there are countless ways they can be made to shine.

From a simple metallic addition to a detailed rhinestone design, every bride can choose how to add that extra something to her dress. Think about how this works with some of your other sparkly accessories, such as: Earrings and bracelets.

Something extraordinary

This is where bridal belts can get really interesting. Since belts are part of the outfit itself, they are not restricted by size or design like accessories such as jewelry.

Whether it’s a boho-inspired macrame addition or a simple belt with a unique accent, there are a number of unique belts that can highlight or accentuate the exact look you are putting together for your wedding day and accentuate your personal style.