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
The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-belt
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Shop the 10 best Longchamp deals on totes, backpacks, crossbody bags, and belt bags from Gilt and Rue La La to find your new favorite lightweight carry for your next trip.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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Gilbert had two decades of experience in the television industry under his belt before pursuing the idea of following an American family through a period in their lives amid a palpable societal and generational shift across the country.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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Braving the crackling midwinter cold, tens of thousands of New Yorkers showed up to celebrate—and photographer Poupay Jutharat was right there with them, training her lens on their colorful outerwear; sundry pins, sashes, and badges; and the cheering air of bonhomie.—
Poupay Jutharat,
Vogue,
2 Jan. 2026
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Each guest room at the hotel is stocked with the sarongs and sashes necessary to enter temples or participate in religious ceremonies, something Anantara can arrange through existing community connections.—
Hannah Walhout,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Dec. 2025
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Lisa sported a Glinda pink optical illusion tulle dress with off-the-shoulder sleeves, a structural peplum waist, and an asymmetrical, hip-high leg slit that trailed into a train of ribbon loops.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
12 Jan. 2026
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Holland, Michigan, just opened Holland Ice Park, with a 700-foot-long skating ribbon as well as an ice pond and curling sheet.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Self-belt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-belt. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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