Stylish Obi Belts for an instant hourglass shape
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Accentuate your waist with an obi belt.
Looking to buy obi belts? You've come to the right page.
An obi sash is customarily worn with a kimono but nowadays, the obi belt is no longer confined to traditional Japanese wear. The fashion world has gone crazy over Japanese-inspired obi belts and for good reason: extra-wide and figure-flattering, an obi belt creates an instant hourglass shape for any outfit.
Below is a selection of stylish obi belts for you to choose from.
Photo: Faux-leather obi belt, available at Yesstyle.
The many ways you can wear an obi belt
Fashion inspiration for how to rock the obi belt
Use it to add form to a flowy top. (Faux leather obi belt available from YesStyle.)
Shop for chic, waist-cinching obi belts
59 Seconds Faux-Leather Obi Belt, available from Yesstyle.
Fossil obi sash belt
Find an obi belt on eBay
Dodostyle Genuine Leather Belt, available from Yesstyle.
Eileen Fisher obi belt backed with leather in American suede
More obi belts on eBay
Turquoise blue kimono style obi belt
Turquoise Blue Kimono Wide Double Sash Wrap Belt
Amazon Price: (as of 06/03/2012)
Add a pop of color to your outfit. This turquoise blue obi belt is made of soft man-made leather. The belt is 5 inches wide at its widest point and 2.5 inches wide at its thinnest point. Belt measures 92 inches long, end to end. You will not even notice that you are wearing this belt, it is so comfortable & soft. This belt can worn with the wide side in front of your outfit or worn to the back.
59 Seconds Faux-Leather Obi Belts, available from Yesstyle.
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Who's blogging about the obi belt fashion trend?
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- One dress, Five ways
- An obi-belt in jute, a designer handbag, or a pair of comfortable wedges and sunglasses will complete the look. Go for brown-tint lenses to add that oomph. Wedges - Rs. 3990 from Vanilla Moon, Emporio mall, Vasant Kunj. Tote bag - Rs. 11000 from Ritu ...
- Ambika's guide on Dressing up for Wedding
- The obi belt would help keep the outfit in place as you set the dance floor on fire! You can blow dry your hair and if it gets sweaty, keep a hair clutch handy. Wear minimal make up. Lots of gold eye shadow and a dash of blush.
How to make an obi belt.
A video tutorial for making your own obi belt.
More obi belt tutorials from and by crafters everywhere.
Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind obi belt.
- How to Make Snap-on Obi | eHow.com
- How to Make Snap-on Obi. An obi is a traditional Japanese kimono closure. They are usually tied in the back to form a beautiful, intricate bow. Creating a snap-on obi cuts down dressing time and is ideal for theatrical...
- Crafty Crafty: How to sew your own Obi Belt
- Cinched waists are still a hot trend and one of the prettiest ways to achieve this look is with the Obi Belt. Retailiers sell it for top dollar, but why buy when you can make your own?
- Obi Belt - Sewing Projects | BurdaStyle.com
- View details for the project Obi Belt on BurdaStyle.
- How to Sew Obi Belts, Sashes and Scarves
- If you are looking for quick and easy gifts to sew, this is it. Choose some pretty fabric and make wide fabric obi belts, sashes or scarves.
- pippijoe: Obi Belt Tutorial
- I have put together a tutorial to make one of these obis. You need to find 3 co-ordinating fabrics (Fabric A plain and the Fabrics B & C with a print/pattern). Fabric D is for the backing and the feature strip around the centre, so choose something plain that will fray well (more on that later!)
- Awesome Obi Belt | How To | Cut Out + Keep
- Sew an Awesome Obi Belt: Marion Elliot's step-by-step craft tutorial - Make yours in 120 minutes (3 steps). One of thousands of tutorials!
- Bow Waist Belt | How To | Cut Out + Keep
- You'll want to make this super cute Bow Waist Belt in every color and pattern.: Thera Joyce's step-by-step craft tutorial - Make yours in 45 minutes (19 steps). One of thousands of tutorials!
- Obi Style Belt | How To | Cut Out + Keep
- Refashion: Obi Style Belt Made From a Silk Scarf: Elizabeth A.'s step-by-step craft tutorial - Make yours in 120 minutes (10 steps). One of thousands of tutorials!
- Obi Inspired Belt | Creation | Cut Out + Keep
- Yay, let's pretend this is a short, snappy description, shall we?: Kim H.'s craft creation for inspiration, or make your own version
- Obi | Creation | Cut Out + Keep
- Obi : Michelle W.'s craft creation for inspiration, or make your own version
Twitter mentions of the obi belt
See what fashion-savvy peeps are tweeting.
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- g3cafe
- Palakihan ng obi belt ang labanan sa @TheBuzzOfficial today ☺
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- pecifyc448
- Kimono Kutie Child Costume (14-16): Includes: Dress, obi belt, and hair accessory. Shoes not included. Available... http://t.co/171snb0i
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- FineThreadz
- @FineThreadz Leather Obi Belt in Dark Olive Green http://t.co/19LGyk0m #fashion #leather #belt
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- onblog_at
- DIY Tutorial 10: Obi Belt From an Old Skirt - Recently I found an old skirt that fited me in size, but was much... http://t.co/pos6orNQ
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- FineThreadz
- @FineThreadz Leather Obi Belt in Zebra Hair On http://t.co/ZiS4CJrK #fashion #leather #belt #zebra
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Do you wear obi belts?
What do you like about wearing them? Do let me know!
Your thoughts about this page are most welcome too.
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yourgoldenfuture
Jan 18, 2011 @ 12:40 pm | delete
- very interesting way to wear that very traditional obi...
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prosperity66 Nov 24, 2010 @ 9:38 am | delete
- I used to wear obi style belts when I was young and beautiful, lol. They're my favourite type of belts. I definitely like the look of obi belts and think they're one of the most beautiful belt models out there.
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WordCustard
Nov 24, 2010 @ 9:02 am | delete
- Cute idea! I have never worn an obi belt but I do love Japanese fashions and especially Japanese fabrics so am very much enjoying this series from you.
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See how the obi is worn traditionally.
The Book of Kimono: The Complete Guide to Style and Wear
Amazon Price: $15.49 (as of 06/03/2012)
This practical and attractive book makes available for the first time the basic knowledge and vocabulary needed to select and put on a kimono and obi.
Design with Japanese Obi
More uses for the Japanese obi
Design with Japanese Obi
Amazon Price: $10.18 (as of 06/03/2012)
In Design with Japanese Obi, the authors present the obi as it is being used in interiors today, demonstrating simple yet striking techniques for making these exquisite kimono sashes the centerpiece of any room's decor.
