Here's my first post-Seattle shopping tip. While there this weekend, my friend introduced me to the Hipsi, which was created by two local women. It's an adjustable belt that is nice looking and extremely effective at keeping your pants in place. As a rectangle, I have a huge problem with pants stretching out even after only one day and slipping down because I lack the hips to keep them in place. Sometimes I want to wear a top or sweater loose and outside my pants but without the bulk of a buckle (e.g., an oversized sweater over skinnies). The hipsi belt lies completely flat, which is AMAZING, and which makes this look possible. I bought a black one with a snakeskin buckle so even if I semituck, the buckle is cute enough to show. Not cheap -- and I even paid a little more than the $50 being asked at the Website -- but I have already worn it every day since purchasing.
