In order to set off the romantic atmosphere, her flowered silk scarf was used as belt decoration at the ball.

They can not only be worn as a skirt but also as a strapless dress best accessorized with a thick weaved leather belt slung loosely around the waist to avoid looking frumpy.

A flexible band, as of leather or cloth, worn around the waist to support clothing, secure tools or weapons, or serve as decoration.