Online - December 22, 2006

Waist Land

Des Kohan Belts

Belts have gotten too big for their britches.

They’ve outgrown their loops, steal all the attention, and could care less about actually holding up a pair of pants.

But one look at Des Kohan’s new collection and you’ll forget about saggy drawers.

Hand-dyed, cut, and finished with subtle brass hardware, these belts are made for just sitting pretty on the hips.

Each style does a little something special. The black hip belt’s two curved pieces fasten together in a way that lets fabric peek through; the double-wrap number cinches the waist twice (duh) and has a leather oval in front.

It’s the four-way belt, however, that gets the most action. Available in two colors (black and cognac), it comes with three pieces (a strap, a circle, and an oblong) that can be mixed, matched, and worn at least four ways.

Count on them when you want to add a little oomph to any outfit.

And don’t worry about them getting too waisted.

Available online at deskohan.com.