Up until now I have been slightly belt phobic. I am really short waisted and I also have a wide rib cage. On top of that I have an extra bit of cartledge (sp?) on my ribs which sticks out. All of this and the fact that I was quite a bit overweight until a couple of months ago made belts very uncomfortable with anything other than jeans.

But I have worn two outfits over the last few days that I think may be able to benefit from a belt (or at least I need to style differently).

The first is this - Gap dress same as Julie's one - http://flickr.com/gp/7523171@N07/po2r06

The second is this H&M dress. Really, the neckline is probably not the best - I thought that the necklace might be long enough to help with that problem, but I think looking at the photo that I need a scarf or a cardigan or jacket buttoned to create a 'V'.

Dress - http://flickr.com/gp/7523171@N07/9w5bC8
Necklace - http://flickr.com/gp/7523171@N07/86SgHD

The dress fits perfectly, but it was cheap enough that if I can find a dress with a v neckline I don't mind replacing it. I haven't succeeded yet though!