How to choose the right belt // Choosing the right belt

For a fashionable gentleman, a belt means so much more than just a tool to hold up his trousers. It is an accessory that can complete and accent outfits for an elegant look. Thus, selecting the right belt takes more than just picking the first one in your wardrobe. From colors to choosing the texture, choosing the right belt requires some thought. 

Firstly, knowing your exact belt size is essential. A belt should neither be too long or too short, a belt should have a few inches left to push through your remaining loop, keeping things aligned and cinched appropriately. When it comes to materials and textures, leather is usually a go-to which gives an elegant look and is usually appropriate for every formal occasion. For casual attire, a variety of textures and materials add dimension to looks. Woven belts, suede belts and other textured belts which come in a variety of colors can brighten your look. For a classic look, blacks, browns, tans, nudes and whites can almost always be worn. When perfecting casual looks, a brown belt is appropriate for all seasons and it offers a warmer feel to looks. For formal occasions, the general rule is to keep. Things minimalistic, simple and sleek with clean lines and simple textures. Black is obviously the most appealing, given its complementation with a classic black suit and other more basic tones. for a clean,  for a classic look, choose a black leather belt with simple, slightly rounded buckles. Last but not least, the classic rules: your leather belt color should match the leather of your shoes and the metal of your belt buckle should match the metal of your watch. Although, the latter may be ignored as nowadays it is not an essential rule. Another new trend is that for bespoke suits belts are not always necessary - as tailored suits should fit perfectly. Wearing a suit without a belt shows off the tailoring and fit of the suit and also gives a clean and elegant look. 

Being a gentleman requires paying attention to details, thus choosing the right accessories is essential, like wearing the right belt - regarding style, color and size.

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For a fashionable gentleman, a belt is much more than just a practical tool to hold up your trousers. An accessory that strengthens and emphasizes an elegant appearance. Thus, choosing the right belt is more than choosing the very first belt from the closet that you get your hands on. From colors to texture choices, choosing the right belt takes some thought. 

First of all, it is essential to know the exact belt size. The belt should not be too long or too short, it should be a few inches longer so that the remaining loop is elegantly smooth. In terms of materials and textures, wearing a leather belt generally gives an elegant look and is appropriate for formal occasions. For everyday wear, different textures and materials can make the look more varied. Woven belts, suede belts and other textured belts in several colors can brighten up an outfit. In everyday wear, a brown belt can be suitable for all seasons and lends a warmer atmosphere to the look. For a classic look, black, brown, nude or white are almost always the right choice. At official events, the general rule is to reflect minimal, simple and clean lines. The clear choice is black, which complements the classic black suit. For a clean, classic look, choose a black leather belt with a simple, slightly rounded buckle. Last but not least, the classic rules: the color of the leather belt must match the color of the shoes,  and the metal of the belt buckle with the metal of the watch. Although the latter can be ignored, since nowadays it is no longer considered a basic rule. Also a new trend is that a belt is not absolutely necessary for bespoke suits - as a tailored suit must fit perfectly. Wearing a suit without a belt accentuates the cut and fit of the suit and creates a clean and elegant look. 

Being a gentleman requires attention to detail, so it's essential to choose the right accessories, such as wearing the right belt - in terms of style, color and size.