Showing posts with label how to belt dresses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label how to belt dresses. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 2, 2019

Obi Belts: Why We Love Them as a Staple Piece for Every Wardrobe!

Have you heard of our Obi Belts? If not, our Obi is a simple wrapping belt that sits at the smallest part of your waist. They’re perfect for accenting your waist or adjusting the fit or shape of a dress. You may have seen leather versions of this belt out in the world, but all of ours are made from 100% Cotton prints making them more comfortable and affordable than a typical leather Obi! It’s also super fun to mix and match the prints with a dress you already have or one you find here! Also, an extra bonus is that ours are made right in the back of our shop! It doesn’t get more local than that!

 

We offer our Obi Belts in two widths, the original and the mini. The original width is great if you want a little more of the print or just a bolder, more statement-piece kind of look, while the mini is perfect if you’re more petite or short-waisted, or just want a more subdued look. There are probably a few pieces you already have in your wardrobe that these could be a great addition to!

 

We love pairing them with our babydoll-style Abbie dress if you like the babydoll look but want the waist to feel a little more tailored. They’re also perfect for our Jenni Dress since it has an elastic waist. Our Obis are just the accessory you need to finish off a beautiful and classic look.





Stop by with a piece you already own that you’d like to find the perfect finishing touch for or check out what we’ve got here! The Jenni, Abbie, Fiona, and Venus dresses are all great pairs for an Obi Belt!



See you soon!

XOXO,


Folly Girl Hope

Thursday, March 31, 2016

Oh Baby! Obi Belts Galore!

Have you hopped on the Obi Belt train yet? A Sarah Bibb classic...and an amazing everyday accessory! Easy, comfortable, and fun, the obi belt completes any outfit. A modern version of the traditional Japanese obi, used to tie a kimono together, obis are traditionally made with embroidered silk. 



This year Sarah was able to travel to the hustling and bustling Guangzhou, China! 
While there she picked up some amazing traditional silks, so we have made a few belts in 
traditional obi fabric with out modern slim profile! 
All Belts $40!





How To Wear an Obi Belt!
It's pretty easy! We love them over blouse-y work dresses, or dresses that have an elastic waist.
An Obi Belt can help break up a busy pattern, cinch in the waist, 
or cheat where the waistline on a garment is if it is just a little too short or long for you!

Here is a great example of breaking up a pattern! 
This Red and Navy Melanie Dress  is more put together and easy to wear with an Obi!

I also love an Obi over a little tee tucked into a skirt!
So cute with this full Anca Chiffon Skirt!

Stay tuned for more Obi tips!
-Stephanie
Folly
NW 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
503-954-1334
Monday-Saturday 11-6; Sunday 12-5
sarah@follypdx.com

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