Far more than a simple means of ensuring you’re not caught with your pants down, classy belts have the ability to whisper quietly about your assured sense of style or scream loudly about your unforgiveable lack of judgement. As we know, a mismatched belt will draw the eye for all the wrong reasons. If it’s wrong size, it’ll throw your proportions out. And if it’s got a ‘fun’ buckle, then technically speaking it’s not actually a belt at all, but a shocking crime against menswear. To ensure you don’t buckle under the pressure, I’ve compiled a guide to everything you could possibly need to know to become classy belts in this essential accessory, with the help of a few clued-up industry experts.
Below are Guides On How To Pick Men’s Classy Belts
How To Pick Classy Belts
Classy belts are one of those rare items of menswear that you don‘t have to spend a fortune on to get high quality. So, waist not, want not. You dn’t need a dozen of them rolled up in your wardrobe. Just a few choice staples to get you through every eventuality. Follow these rules to score an extra sartorial notch with your purchase.
When Thinking Of Classy belts, Look at Your Feet
Come on, this is menswear rule number one: your accessories have to match. When choosing classy belts, match one colour to shoes you know you’ll wear a lot, then make sure your belt’s finish (be it patent, matte, suede)is also on the same page as your favourite kicks
Go Hell For Leather When Buying Classy Belts
When it comes to the quality of belts, both the material used and the manufacturing process are important. Leather should age well, be resistant and not stretch: that’s why full-grain leather is the best material for classic belts. Try looking for nubuck leather on the inner face, which is silky to the touch and durable: attention to details doesn’t always have to be visible.
Match Your Metals With Your Classy Belts
While silver, gold and brass tones are all acceptable finishes for a belt buckle, try to pick a material that matches any other heavy metal you’re wearing, such as a watch or cuff-links.
Take a Height Measurement To Have The Perfect Classy Belts
Skinny belts aside, the height of your belt should always be between one and one and a half inches. The measurement will work well with almost any style of trouser and ensure that your belt isn’t comically wide. You’re not Batman.
