With all of the flowy silhouettes of whimsical maxi dresses and billowy palazzo pants trending this season, it makes sense that statement belts are also on the hit-list this spring. Skip the jewelry; these bold, bigger-is-better accessories are the way to bring your outfit to the next level. From basic neutrals to colorful pastels and metallic accents, these oversized belts add punch and polish to your look while giving extra definition to the waist.

At the Michael Kors Spring/Summer runway show, models sported his casual-chic collection of flowy wide-length pants paired with camel leather belts for a slightly structured look.

Chanel's waist-cinching belts at Paris Fashion Week added a layer of hardness to the ultra-feminine spring line filled with lacy details and soft pastel fabrics.

This chunky belt with an oversized buckle adds polish and structure to an otherwise nondescript floral frock.

There were no words when Lupita Nyong'o set foot on the red carpet in this show-stopping gown. The detail of the gold hardware belt ratcheted up the glamour factor exponentially.