This flexible waist closure relies entirely on friction from a knot or bow to stay fastened. It is typically made from self-fabric matching the garment and threaded through side loops. Designers use it on wrap dresses, robes, and soft coats to provide adjustable waist shaping without rigid hardware.
Heard on the job
We need an extra half yard of the silk to cut the tie belt on the bias.
Also heard as
- Tie-belted