Which belt goes with a suit?

Accessories of all kinds show your individuality and complete a man’s look.

A leather belt is a defining part of a man’s wardrobe and says a lot about his taste, style and status. Every man today should own at least a couple of good leather belts. Belts were once used only to hold trousers up, but now they are an essential part of a modern look. In terms of style, a belt is the link between the top and bottom half of a suit.

For a leather belt to look good, you need to choose the right one. A classic suit belt should match the colour of your shoes, leather wallet, briefcase and watch strap.

Today there is a huge choice of men’s belts to suit every personal style and every occasion, from a business meeting to a romantic dinner.

Men’s belts come in many materials and with many kinds of buckle. The rule when choosing one for a suit is simple: stay true to your overall look. With a classic suit, choose a belt 3.5–4.0 cm wide with a simple metal buckle and no decoration. For an everyday look, you can go for a more casual buckle. Choose what you like, but remember one rule: either the buckle or the material can be unusual, but not both at once.

Most men prefer classic materials and simple buckles. It’s no surprise that a plain leather belt with an open buckle is the simplest and most elegant option, one that goes with any suit. Even so, it is better to have several belts in your wardrobe, for every style and occasion.

Whether you wear a suit with or without a belt is entirely up to you. Any man can look the part, and a belt is one of the accessories that will help. Buy only good-quality belts and you will always look stylish and elegant.