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The majority of us only own one or two belts, usually in black or brown. The majority of males, however, are unaware that what we usually consider to be a simply functional, unimportant item may make or ruin an ensemble.
The ideal belt unifies your ensemble visually. It's a traditional men's accessory that serves as the final touch and a symbol of a well-groomed man. The improper belt makes you feel uneasy and self-conscious by drawing unwanted attention to your tummy.
I'll explain how to choose the ideal belt (or belts!) in this article.
A belt is a tension-based cinching mechanism that wraps around the waist to keep trousers up. In an emergency, a piece of rope can serve as a belt.
Additionally, it is a means of transportation. Consider Batman and his utility belt, or a man who chooses to carry a hidden weapon.
But the majority of belts are only ornamental.
The majority of us only own one or two belts, usually in black or brown. The majority of males, however, are unaware that what we usually consider to be a simple, practical, unimportant item may make or ruin an ensemble.
The ideal belt unifies your ensemble aesthetically. It's a traditional men's accessory that serves as the last touch and a symbol of a well-groomed guy. The improper belt makes you feel uneasy and self-conscious by drawing unwanted attention to your tummy.
Men's belts come in dress and casual varieties, similar to shoes, but there is some crossover. Dress belts are meant to be worn with suits and professional clothes. Even jeans and shorts can be paired with casual belts.
Dress belts can only be made of leather or, if you're a vegetarian, a particularly nice fake leather.
The most formal leather colours are black and brown; other colours you could find on smart-casual formal belts are oxblood, tan, navy, grey, and white for summer.
When wearing a formal belt, make sure to match the metal in your suit as well as the leather of your belt and shoes. Your belt should match your shoes and other leather accessories in terms of both colour and sheen. The buckle's colour should match that of your other metal accessories.
You should still match your metals for informal situations, but you have greater freedom with the leathers; brown with tan or tan with white is OK.
What style of belt is appropriate for jeans? You may also pair jeans with your formal belt in an emergency. Although it doesn't quite fit, this is where most men's belt collections begin.
Why does it not appear proper? To begin with, formal belt leather is often lustrous and slick, whereas informal belt leather is tough and matte.
Second, casual leather work belts are better for concealed carry than leather dress belts because they are wider, harder, and stiffer. Typically, they are designed to accept interchangeable buckles, which might range from frame-style buckles to cowboy buckles.
Smaller belt buckles are more casual. Typically, dress belt buckles resemble a miniature picture frame. As long as the buckle complements the outfit's design (for example, you could wish to wear cowboy boots with that cowboy buckle), casual belts can have nearly any buckle.
Avoid buying cheap leather belts since it is easy to fracture and makes you appear unprofessional.
The following belt quality indicators are available:
The nicest (and most costly) belts are manufactured from calfskin because it is a pliable, soft leather that won't break.
If you can't leave a noticeable imprint on the leather with your fingernail, it's soft, new leather.
Small, tight threads with no loose ends are signs of good sewing.
In my view, brand names on belts are NOT worth the extra money because no one will likely notice where your belt is from. Choose quality over quantity if you have a little extra money to spend.
Okay, so you've chosen a style and discovered a high-quality belt in a shop. Finding the ideal size is all that remains now. So where should we begin?
The length of your belt should be 1-2 inches longer than the circumference of your pants. Therefore, if you wear a size 40 in trousers, you should wear a size 41 or 42 in a belt.
Alternately, you can determine the size of your new belt based on the size of your current belt. Get the size that comes closest to the measurement between the buckle that you typically use and the opposite end of the strap.
Keep in mind that the throw (distance from buckle to hook) increases the length of your belt when choosing a plate buckle.
Do not succumb to the temptation to cut a hole in a belt with your pocket knife or kitchen scissors if it is the incorrect size for you (or if your size has changed after you purchased the belt). The belt will eventually snap, and it will be clear. To get a hole created properly, take it to your neighbourhood cobbler.
Dress belts must have a very brief tail. When the buckle is secured, you just need a few inches of leather to the left of the buckle, long enough to tuck through the first belt loop or, if there is one, the belt's own loop.
A broader belt will often be more informal.
Ideal dress belt widths range from 1.25 to 1.5 inches. If you have a slender frame (with a waist under 34 inches) or are wearing tapered pants, go for a dress belt on the lower end of this range. Make sure to stay above 1.25 inches to avoid entering feminine territory.
Casual belts, on the other hand, can be broader and are often 1.5 to 2 inches wide. Jeans look best with a broader belt. Additionally, a striking buckle will complement it best.
