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A quality men’s belt is a finishing touch to your wardrobe. Not only are belts practical, but they can reflect your sense of style. And, since a belt is a functioning wardrobe item, quality is especially important. It’s not just ornamentation, it has a very important job to do. You want a belt that can stand up to your lifestyle and look good doing it. And, not only is quality important when it comes to belts, but you want to pick the right size. A men’s belt that is too big or too small looks awkward and feels uncomfortable. And since a quality belt is an investment, you must choose the right size before you make a purchase. But, men’s belt sizing can be confusing if you don’t know what to look for. In this article, we’ll unpack how to find your belt size.
When it comes to correct men’s belt sizing, an optimally fitting belt feels comfortable on the center hole—located as the third hole position. If you have a good belt already and want one that’s the same size, here’s how you measure your belt size. Start from the top of the belt, below the buckle, and measure to the center hole. Belt sizes in America are measured in inches, while European belts are measured in centimeters. Here is a link to a chart with American and European sizes.
Measuring your waist is the most accurate way to find the right belt size.
When it comes to a correct men’s belt size, this is the most common area where people make mistakes with men’s belt sizing. The short answer is no, your pant size is not the same as your belt size. So, you can’t use the same number or letter size as your pants when choosing a belt. Modern materials tend to warp (stretch and deform) after use and washing, so that can lead to inaccurate sizing. Also, many clothes manufacturers use a practice called “vanity sizing”, which is when sizes are enlarged. For example, a medium label is actually a large. This practice has made the majority of size labels irrelevant, particularly when it comes to the precise sizing needed for belts.
However, you still can use your pants number size to get a good idea of your belt size. Here’s the equation: Your belt size = Your pants size + 2 inches. So, if your pants size is 38, your belt size is 40, etc. Why do you add two inches? Since the belt is an investment, you want to give yourself some room to grow, whether that’s after a big meal, or because bodies change sometimes.
But, because of all the reasons we discussed earlier, using your pants size isn’t always the most accurate way to figure out your belt size. The most accurate way to determine your belt size is to measure your waist.
When it comes to men’s belt size, it’s easy to find your accurate belt size by using a measuring tape.
If you have the right size belt, but your pants look cinched and creased, then your belt isn’t the issue—you need pants that fit. The right size belt can’t fix the problems caused by poor-fitting pants.
Here at Roger Ximenez, we only used the finest materials for our belts, which we gather from across the world to ensure the finest quality. We just as proudly make our belts here in the US one at a time, so we can give each of our belts the attention it, and you, deserve. You get to choose your leather type, color, stitching, and size. We take care of the rest and make your belt to your exact specifications. This means that your leather belt is a one-of-a-kind piece, made just for you.
US (Inches) |
30 |
32 |
34 |
36 |
38 |
40 |
42 |
44 |
EU (CM) |
76 |
81 |
86 |
91 |
96 |
101 |
106 |
111 |
Using your measured waist size, add two inches (three for odd sizes) to find your correct belt size. Roger Ximenez belts also come in two different widths, 35mm (1 3/8 inches) and 40mm (1 ½ inches). You’ll choose this width based on your pants belt loop size.
All Roger Ximenez belt buckles are solid brass and made in Italy. We have them plated in palladium to make sure they can stand up to daily wear and tear.
Now that you have your belt size, it’s time for the fun part, choosing a belt! Leather belts are so much more than functional and beautiful. They are classic, and timeless while always being in style. One final sizing tip- a leather belt that feels snug on the center hole will eventually be warmed up from your body and start to relax a little bit. Eventually, after a lot of use, your leather belt will mold to your shape.
You have a variety of choices when it comes to the look of your leather belt.
Here is a simple guide to our different leather types. Each type of leather is made in a variety of styles, so you can always find the finish you are looking for.
This is a premium, full-grain calf hide that is finished with a smooth and elegant embossed surface. Full-grain means the leather hasn’t been corrected, sanded, or modified in any way. It is the most functional and durable leather on the market. Full-grain leather is prized for its unique, natural markings.
Mock crocodile leather belts are made from premium Italian full-grain leather that we emboss to give it the look and feel of true crocodile leather.
Mock lizard leather belts are made from premium, Italian full-grain leather. We expertly finish these leathers to look and feel like lizard hides.
We use premium calf hide to make our popular suede belts. They have the classic, napped suede finish and feel. Our suede is thicker than other suede leather belts, which means it will last longer and wear better.
We use real reptilian leather to make our true reptile belts. Only genuine python and crocodile are used for our exotic leather belts. Our team of master craftsmen carefully works with the reptile hides to make our quality leather belts. This includes a unique tanning process that renders our signature quality exotic leather belts.
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