Cinch IT IN for Thanksgiving

Yang Li
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The Biggest ...
accessory style tip for Thanksgiving and all those hardy holiday parties quickly approaching is to Cinch-it-in.

Classic leather belt. Michael Kors
Photo: Gianni Pucci, Indigitalimages.com

Today's selfie. I'm wearing a men's A&F leather
belt I wrapped & cinched tight around my waist.

It's not just about trimming your waist size down and covering up a bit of tummy. If you're an "A" body type like myself, you don't have a waist. The natural curve above the hips that men associate with a curvy figure just isn't there. So we (women like myself) have to create that illusion with a belt.

Wrap around belt. Alessandra Facchinetti
Photo: Davide Maestri, WWD

Donning a statement or over sized belt that cinches in your waist does the trick. Here are some of my favorite belts to accessorize and trim the fat out of your outfit.

Coin Belt. Dolce & Gabbana
Photo: Marcus Tondo, Indigitalimages.com

Celine's Pilgrim Buckle Belt
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Christmas Before Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is two days away but it's already Christmas! 

Santa's standing on my corner table

I'm not giving Thanksgiving the shaft. We're planning our Thanksgiving menu as we speak, and it feels great to have the Christmas tree lit and decorated in the background.

I admit it's a first and I'm quite shocked at my boldness. It might not make sense but giving thanks is infusing me with a greater sense and joy for Christmas.   

My kids 2nd'ed the motion by lighting up their own indoor playhouse and decorating it with a Christmas wreath. And yes, we are already playing the Christmas music at home, lol.