When I recently saw Jessica in her bow-belted pink dress, I was inspired. I’d been lusting after Kate Spade’s bow belt for a while now, but let’s be honest. There was no way I was going to drop $68 on a belt, regardless of how cute it was. So instead of pouting about my limited budget, I found a quick and easy solution: I tied a skinny belt into a bow!Sure, it’s not a perfect bow, but it’s close enough for me. And the fact that I was able to use something I already had in my closet means scoring bonus points with the husband. (As a girl who loves to shop, I’ll take those bonus points where I can.)
Have you ever bow-belted a dress?
Dress:Β Cynthia Rowley via TJ Maxx (similar,Β worn here), pumps: Madewell (similar), Belt: J.Crew (similar), Necklace: J.Crew (similar), Bracelets: Stella & Dot Eden Bangle, Christina Link
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Love that dress, the print is so pretty. You look lovely.
I can never seem to tie belts very well, you did a great job! And I love the print of that dress!
(I’m wearing a yellow belt today, weee)
What a great idea! Love your style!! Susan
I LOVE how you tied that belt – so so cute! And the yellow is perfect with the colors in that dress π
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
Stop. It. You are so cute! I love how you tied the belt, and the watercolor pattern on this dress is so lovely. I want this outfit in my closet!
SO CUTE! I love the idea of tying your belt!
Jenn
With Luck Blog
I’m with you – I can’t fathom spending that much on a belt. I love that you were proactive and decided to make your own bow belt! It turned out great and I love the outfit!
Oh, I LOVE that idea! Can you do a video maybe showing us how you did it?
As much as the thought of my being on video horrifies me, I’ll give it a shot this weekend!
That dress is GORGEOUS and I love the pops of yellow with it π
I love the print of this dress! And what a genius idea with the belt!
I love the print of the dress. I have a dress similar to this and I also have to belt it to make it feel pulled together. Isn’t it amazing what one little accent will do?
Such a great idea!! You are so cute!
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
Super cute and I love the pop of yellow in your shoes!
Isnβt That Charming.
Such a beautiful dress! I love it with the yellow bow belt, too cute. You look amazing.
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Such a cute idea! I have a few skinny belts that I don’t wear nearly enough and this is the perfect refresher spin on it!
Love the way you tied your belt! The colors are great too!
Why hello there beautiful! I LOVE this dress and the touches of yellow in the outfit!
Totally cute dress. Love the yellow belt and shoes!
Lee
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LOVE this idea!! I think that the bow looks adorable, and totally looks like you bought it that way! I’m definitely going to have to try this out, because I LOVE that Kate Spade bow belt too!
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Such a simple, cute idea! Thanks for sharing! – J
The bow is such a cute idea!! I also adore this dress on you, the colors are so pretty!
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Your bow looks great!
The “bow” looks SO cute and now you have extra money in your pocket π
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Such a pretty and polished summer outfit! I love all the colors and that belt is the perfect touch! xx Kat
Love and Ace
LOVE that dress on you! And the bow belt is adorable! I must try this ASAP!
Love this, great idea!
Adorable….I like your version better than the Kate Spade one!! I have tried to do this, but I don’t have any belts long enough. Time to find one and recreate!! Super fun!
This dress is gorgeous! It’s an item I would buy for myself if I saw it in stores!
This dress is beautiful, what a great summer outfit!
xx
Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
Great DIY bow belt!
Gorgeous dress. Love it with the belt.
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lauren you look beautiful!! and that bow belt is so stinkin’ cute!!!!! i can’t believe it’s a “diy” of sorts π
Ok that is the cutest idea and I never would have guessed it wasn’t actually a bow belt! I think you need to share a how-to now… π
xx, Emily
shell chic’d
Gorgeous dress, and I need those shoes. π
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Hello, pretty lady! I am in love with the print and how your styled it with the bow belt – I’m going to have to try that too!
I ADORE this look! The pops of yellow against the printed dress = soo gorgeous<3
You look so summery! I love it!
Love this and the bow belt π I need to give it a try.
Ginny
That’s such a good idea!!! I definitely need to try this!
xo,
Angela
Stunning outfit! I love the floral dress and the yellow accents.
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Me on video? That sounds like a disaster! Maybe I’ll give it a go this weekend. π
I love this! The shoes are super adorable and that print is so cute! π
Tiffany Ima
Style Honestly
amazing! I might have missed it, but did you / will you share how you tied it?
I haven’t yet, but I’m working on a post – either a video or photo tutorial! π
Oh goodness – is this not adorable?!? I love that you tied the belt into a bow…it looks perfect!