Things in the middle are often the most complicated. The second act of a play. The middle child. The filling of an egg roll. (What is that stuff, anyway?)

But when it comes to your own middle, the less complicated, the better. (Why draw unwanted attention there?) Better to have the focus rest on a Mika Sarolea belt. The simple French designs are good-looking — but never plain.

Like a breath of fresh air in your cluttered accessories drawer, the wide leather belts are available in black or brown with a square buckle (just a hint of decoration).

Plus, they’re created not to fall down, twist around, or sloop on the side. So you won’t be tugging and readjusting all the time. Adding to that generally soigné effect.

You know, effortlessly stylish.

And never middle of the road.

Available at I.D., 1525 Wisconsin Avenue NW, between Q and P Streets (202-298-5999).