Over time, you'll notice that your hips can no longer hold up heavy jeans or trousers. This is the reason why belts were invented. Don't be afraid to wear a belt, all you need to do is choose the right belt, wear it properly, and get used to being stylish when wearing it. If you're a guy wondering how to wear a belt, follow these steps.
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Step 1. Find a good belt
You can find it at any clothing store or supermarket, such as a men's shoe store. If you want a classic style, check out thrift stores. You can try with one belt first, check whether the belt fits or not.
Step 2. Choose a versatile belt
If you want to start with just one belt, choose something that is versatile and can be combined and matched with all clothes. This means you should opt for a simple leather strap, black or dark brown in color, with a simple buckle. You can buy other belts, after all this belt will be needed in the future.
Step 3. Make sure the belt fits your trousers
Try tying the belt directly over your trousers, or tuck it directly under your pants with your shirt inside (optional). Belts must have a small, silver pinned buckle on one side, which will fit into the hole on the other side of the belt when it wraps around your body. A good belt is one with the needle going through the center hole, but if you're growing fast, choose one that goes in the last hole or close to the hole. Adjust the level of the belt's tightness to keep your trousers from getting too loose, but not so tight that you can't breathe.
- Wearing a belt may feel awkward at first, but eventually you'll get used to it.
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Do not forget to mix and match shoes with your belt.
Black belt with black shoes, and brown belt with brown shoes. If you're wearing sneakers, you don't have to worry about the color of your belt.
Step 4. Consider a braid or no-hole belt
A belt like this is another option because it fits more in your trousers than a slotted belt, and is usually more comfortable. However, this model is outdated and the thin cotton belt doesn't hold the trousers well; if you tighten the belt, it will still feel uncomfortable.
The material will also thicken over time, so you have to pull the belt tighter. If you prefer a cloth belt, wear it, but know that it won't look cool unless it's in jeans or shorts
Step 5. Allow time for the belt to start to flex
Usually a new leather belt will be stiff and uncomfortable or difficult to insert. Do not give up! – allow time for the belt to become soft and comfortable around your waist.
Step 6. Wear the belt as often as possible
Wear it when you wear trousers that have a belt slot. Like it or not, men are usually expected to wear belts, especially when they are working or in style. In the world of work, men must wear a belt in business attire, in work attire, and at all times they are expected to look good.
Even if you don't feel the need to wear a belt – it's still a "perfect look" and if your shirt isn't tucked into your pants, a belt is still useful - very few men need to pull their pants up at least a few times a day
Step 7. Love your new look
The more comfortable you are with wearing a belt, you can start buying belts in different colors, shapes and materials. You can choose a leather belt, brown or black, or a thicker or thinner belt, depending on your preference.
Tips
- Trendy belts that are shiny beaded and printed in white ink are fine, but in general, they look ridiculous unless the concept of clothing matches. Don't buy and wear all the time.
- If you have to go to a special school that requires wearing a uniform, think about a combination that will make you look cool, even if you have to wear the uniform.
- If you don't like belts because they're uncomfortable – wear a t-shirt under your shirt, or tuck a shirt into your pants – then you won't feel uncomfortable. Then, a tight belt with a pair of tight trousers adds to the discomfort….buy trousers that fit or are slightly looser at the waist, and wear a belt.
- Don't wear a belt if it looks worn! Buy a new one.
- Wear shorts that have a belt loop, but in general, you don't need to tuck in a shirt. In this day and age, men who tuck their shirts into their shorts are considered “geeky”. If that's your style, then wear it with pride!
- You will look trendy and better in general if you don't wear the same belt every day.
- Wear a belt that suits you.
Warning
- If you wear a belt just for looks (with a shirt and tie) and you don't really need a belt to hold up your trousers, don't wear it so loose that it hangs forward! Wear them properly and tight as if your pants were loose – it will look better.
- Don't get used to wearing 16 objects on your belt! A utility knife is fine if you use it for work. However, cell phones and music players are better kept in a pocket or other place.
