Belts don’t only exist for practical purposes, as they’ve become an essential sidekick accompanying us through the good and the bad – fashion wise. After all, without these must-have accessories, how would we enhance our overall look? And how would we ever show off our flair?

When it comes to rounding up a woman’s essentials, belts are right there behind our phones and our purses. So it was only a matter of time we realized the importance of these beauties. And come to think of it, it’s hard to imagine holding up our trousers without one good solid belt to seal the deal.

And since we’re all prone to forgetting about their importance, we thought we’d round up a few of these must-have belts, as to remind you why you need them – and ultimately, which ones you should invest in. You’re welcome.

Sift through the Photo Gallery below to take note of your coups de coeurs!

Cindy Menassa