Vintage Women's Gold Metal Stretch Belt With Mesh Bow & Rhinestones 70's 80's

This item is a vintage gold metal mesh stretch belt, a classic fashion accessory popular from the 1970s through the 1980s. The belt features a thin, flexible spring-loaded coil or mesh band designed to sit snugly around the waist. It is anchored by a molded gold-tone mesh bow buckle centered with a single clear rhinestone surrounded by smaller rhinestones. accent. This kind of slinky, metallic stretch belt was a staple of retro glam and cocktail dressing. They were frequently manufactured by vintage costume jewelry and accessory brands such as Whiting & Davis. Because of its elastic stretch properties, it was traditionally worn high on the waist to cinch in loose-fitting 1970s disco dresses, 1980s power-shoulder blazers, or flowing evening wear. Unstretched, the belt is 26-1/2, but can be comfortably stretched to 33. In very good vintage pre-owned condition.