Last year's belts are moving out to make room for this year's distinct styles. The exaggerated and oversized styles reminiscent of the eighties are being replaced by a slimmer and more dainty belt. These belts are making appearances on various attires of the fashion savvy. Worn above the waist to create a becoming silhouette or donned with free form maxi dress, these belts can also be paired with heavy sweaters or simple knits. As an addition to the trend, belt loops are also now marking their place on suit jackets, creating a cleaner, tighter appearance.

It is important that you look at comfort when buying one of the thick, high waisted belts of 2007. These belts are thinner than last year's models. There are plenty of different bright colors, patterns, and embellishments to choose from. If you are looking for an '80s retro look, choose one of the belts that is longer and loops at the end.

Another accessory climbing the ladder of instant fame is the clutch. Clutches are all over the place this year. I'm obsessed with them. They seem to take the frump out of any ensemble I put together. Not just for formal events anymore, oversized clutches can go anywhere.

The large hobo style bags from last year were simply just too heavy and cumbersome, despite the fact that they could hold so many of your personal items. The sizes were simply getting out of control and were approaching the dimensions of overnight bags. It was simply impossible to find the one thing that you needed among the seemingly thousands of items within.

The hot accessories of 2008 are making way down the catwalk and leaving the overstated styles of the past to rest. Accessories have returned to fulfill the duty their name intended: to accent instead of overwhelm. Among the names premiering their trendy belts and clutches are Burberry, Donna Karen, Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs and Fendi. But if the pocket book desires a lighter bill of fashion, Forever 21, Steve Madden, or H&M have their own attractive appeal to offer as well.

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