Love love love the tunics, but excuse my ignorance; what is a "butt vest"?

"Butt vest" was a term coined by Alaskagirl in the winter, when a bunch of people were struggling to find skirted lettings that worked.

All four look great!

I would say that at least half of the time I don't tie my trench belts, just because I am Lazy. I just let them dangle or occasionally stuff in a pocket like Aida says. Sometimes the belts can slip around too much, in which case I loop it around the belt loop (like a half knot) which keeps it securely in place.

Another great solution Diana, thanks.