Belt is one of the most important accessory for every well -dressed man; it adds a special touch to formal wear and create a clear distinction between your top and bottom half, tie an outfit together, and much more.
In order to make the very most out of this classic accessory, your choices should be informed, reflect your personality and, in the end, improve whatever you’re wearing. To achieve this, there are certain rules governing it that if follow can land you an endoresment deal with a popular magazine company.
For the most put together look, your belt and shoes should line up in both color and texture:
1. Your belt doesn’t have to be an exact match, but at least the colors should be as close as possible. For instance, pairing your black leather dress shoes with this jet black Salvatore Ferragamo Adjustable Belt instead of a faded shade would make a perfect style.
2. Your belt should also coordinate with the rest of your look. If you’re wearing faded denim on the weekend, a black leather belt would be too dressy. On the flip side, wearing a sporty belt—like one with a clamp buckle—with dressier pants also looks mismatched. If you’re in jeans and T-shirt, opt for a woven Will Leather Goods Gunner Belt to stick with the laid-back feel of the outfit.
3. When in doubt, take a hint from your belt loops. Wider belt loops are usually an indicator of a more casual pant, while dressier pants tend to have thinner belt loops. This wider Fossil Berin Belt would go well with your weekend denim, while this thinner Coach Bleeker Vintage Harness Belt would pair well with your workday slacks.
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