Fashion-etiquette dilemma #4,387: You generously give away an item of clothing to a dear friend. Later you not so generously decide you want it back. Dare you ask?

If the article in question is that sequined belt you never dreamed would make a comeback (yet weirdly seems desirable again), don’t risk the friendship.

Designer Shelly Steffee has created a line of sequined ribbon belts so beautiful you’ll welcome the chance to reinvest. Made of silk georgette and hand-beaded with mini antique sequins, they come in black, dusty pink, pale green, ivory, and gray. The delicate sparklers look perfect tied around everything from jeans to cardigans. Heck, they’re even dazzling around the neck or in your hair. In other words, they’re a reliable accessory in any season — and absolutely worth holding onto.

Much like your friendship.

Available at Shelly Steffee, 34 Gansevoort Street, between Ninth Avenue and Hudson Street (917-408-0408).