self-belt

as in belt
a strip of flexible material (as leather) worn around the waist the self-belt is covered with the same faux suede as the dress

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Recent Examples of self-belt Both raincoats feature a detachable zip hood, a hood visor extension, an adjustable bungee cord with a metal toggle at the hood opening, a self-belt and signature stripe lining. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
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Noun
  • Gomez paired a white T-shirt with dark wash jeans and a suede belt, layering on a peak lapel coat from Madewell’s recent collaboration with Alexa Chung.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
  • That includes a wide hip belt to take the weight off of the shoulders, enough space for a three-liter water bladder, and side pockets to store an extra layer for shifting weather patterns.
    Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • The women wear white dresses with sashes that tie at the back, like vestal virgins presented as tribute.
    Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Captured by Tina Barney, the campaign featured a pageant theme complete with tiaras and sashes.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 14 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • Wide silk chiffon ribbon has enough body to hold a bow nicely.
    Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Per its tradition, the Honors celebration began the previous evening with a private dinner for recipients and colleagues at the U.S. State Department, where honorees receive their signature ribbons amid praise from colleagues.
    Paul Harris, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024

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“Self-belt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-belt. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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