Can we be honest for a second? The saggy pants/jeans look is cool on some occasions but for others, it's kind of not so cool to be constantly pulling up your pants every few seconds. And if you've ever been in that situation (not saying we have), then you also know that having to frequently pull/adjust your pants is also a task that gets annoying fast. The task of finding some of the best men's belts on the market will become urgent quickly.
In addition to keeping your pants secure, belts are also a subtle accessory that really helps to give your outfit an extra oomph. A nice belt can even be the difference maker between your outfit being great or "just okay." There's tons of different belts out there to best suit the many variety of outfits in your closet from standard black/brown leather belts to suede, buckled, and even webbed.
We've taken a look at the best men's belts on the market so that you don't get caught slippin. Don't say we didn't ever try to do anything nice for you!
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The Best Men's Belts, at a Glance
Editors' Pick - L.L. Bean Men's 1912 Jean Belt, $39.95
Best Affordable Belt - Banana Republic Leather Casual Belt, $30
Best Designer Belt - Cartier Leather Belt, $500
Highest Quality Leather Belt - Hank Belts Genuine Leather, $79.99
Best Casual Belt - Patagonia Tech Web Belt, $35
1. L.L. Bean Men's 1912 Jean Belt
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Editors' Pick
A Promising Review: "Very comfortable and well made. Priced very reasonable" - Adam, L.L. Bean Reviewer
Material(s): Full-Grain Leather | Size(s): 30-46 | Color(s): Black, Brown
L.L. Bean has their reasonably priced 1912 leather belt in either black or brown (your choice) that can be worn just about anywhere and for just about anything be it jeans or dress pants. The belt is also very comfortable which is a plus.
2. Banana Republic Leather Casual Belt
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Best Affordable Belt
A Promising Review: "We found the Banana Republic leather belt very durable with a nice look." - Jael Rucker ONE37pm Staff
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 30-40 | Color(s): Black, Dark Brown, Cognac
If specifically looking for casual, Banana Republic is a good place to go for your belt needs as they have their standard leather belt that is very affordable. Priced at just $30, the belt comes in three different colorways, and a range of sizes. Banana Republic recommends ordering a size up, so that's something to keep in mind if in fact you do decide to purchase.
BUY NOW AT BANANA REPUBLIC, $30
3. Cartier Leather Belt
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Best Designer Belt
A Promising Review: "The Cartier Belt is a very classy and polished look." - Cartier Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): One size fits all | Color(s): Black, Gray
It's all about the Cartier baby. Anything Cartier requires an investment, but one worth the cash in our opinion. The Cartier Leather Belt aka Tank de Cartier has a golden-finish ardillon buckle, a reversible black and brown cowhide strap, and the option to add embossing if you so wish.
4. Hank Leather Goods Everyday Belt
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Highest Quality Leather Belt
A Promising Review: "Very pleased with the Everyday Belt. I expect it to last a lifetime! I go through belts like candy so I'm excited to see how well it holds up! Everytime I treat my boots I'll do my belt as well. Thank you for my belt." - Micah W., Hank Leather Goods Reviewer
Material(s): Full-Grain Leather | Size(s): 32-60 | Color(s): Oak, Brown, Black
Made with Full-Grain Leather, the Hank Leather Goods Everyday Belt is sturdy, durable, and well-crafted as reviewers have reported the belt lasting as long for a couple of years before showing wear and tear. That qualifies as a worthy buy in our estimation.
BUY NOW AT HANK LEATHER GOODS, $79.99
5. Patagonia Tech Web Belt
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Best Casual Belt
A Promising Review: "This thing is tough and lightweight. Perfect for work or the outdoors. Absolutely satisfied with this purchase." - Patagonia Reviewer
Material(s): Nylon Webbing | Size(s): 32-60 | Color(s): Forge Grey, Black, Wyoming Grey, Bayou Blue, Evening Mauve
Perhaps you are searching for something other than the traditional black, brown, or grey belt. If that's the case, give Patagonia a try. Their Tech Web Belt is a popular choice and has cool colors such as Bayou Blue and Evening Mauve to jazz it up a bit.
6. Madewell Woven Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "Quality leather, well constructed and the oyster white colour is amazing. I find that Madewell belts fit a little on the large size for me with high waist pants. I wear waist size 27 or 28 and find that the Small belt size is perfect." - Madewell Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): XXS-XXL | Color(s): True Black, Desert Camel Multi, Sepia Multi, Pale Oyster
The Madewell Woven Leather Belt is made well. See what we did there? Made well? Clever huh?
7. Bottega Veneta Belt
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A Promising Review: "The quality is great and so is the design of the belt." - Bottega Veneta Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 90-115 | Color(s): Camping, Black
The color difference between Camping and Black is very minute, so you can really opt for either one without too much of a difference. The quality is superb too.
BUY NOW AT BOTTEGA VENETA, $380
8. Paul Smith Men's Black Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "Very satisfied with my purchase." - Paul Smith Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): One Size Fits All | Color(s): Black, Navy, Dark Brown
It's just not a Paul Smith belt. It's thee Paul Smith belt, which comes with three different color choices and the instantly recognizable colorful/slightly rainbow loop that has become somewhat of a signature. A beautiful belt that would make any outfit pop.
9. Gucci Men's Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "Well made. Beautiful belt." - Neiman Marcus Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 65-120 | Color(s): Black Leather
The only question here is whether or not you want your double Gs gold, silver, or black, as Gucci has different iterations of their slim black leather belt. The decision is entirely up to you, but we're personally feeling the gold Gs.
10. GRIP6 Gunmetal Belt
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A Promising Review: "Great belt! This one is actually mine. Had previously ordered one for my husband." - GRIP6 Reviewer
Material(s): High-tensile nylon fiber weave | Size(s): 28-50 | Color(s): Mocha, Black, Grey, Navy
GRIP6's Gunmetal belt is something that can come in handy if you are in need of a belt for your work pants, or just looking to sport a tactical look in general as that has become a trendy look over the past year or two. Whether worn for work purposes or casually, this is a belt that gets the job done.
11. Brooks Brothers 1818 Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "Soft leather made to perfection. Very stylist and comfortable to wear all day along. The belt can be worn with jeans or suits." - Brooks Brothers Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 28-50 | Color(s): Black, Cognac, Dark Brown, Burgundy
It's always nice to have clothing pieces that can serve more than one purpose, which is the case with Brooks Brothers' 1818 Leather Belt. You can choose to wear the belt in a more upscale setting, or dress down with your jeans and casual pants. Options people. You have options.
BUY NOW AT BROOKS BROTHERS, $98
12. Perry Ellis Amigo Reversible Belt
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A Promising Review: "Good Belt for the price. The color is more of a milk chocolate than a traditional tan but still matched my shoes and looked great on pair of blue dress pants. Would buy again. " - Macy's Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 42 | Color(s): Lugg3
Perry Ellis gives you a little bit of a magic trick with their Amigo Reversible Belt. You flip one side and it's a tan/cognac color, then you flip it to the other side and it's a pure black. See? Magic.
BUY NOW AT PERRY ELLIS, $24.99
13. Luca Faloni Dark Brown Calf Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "My experience with Luca Faloni has been nothing but excellent. You can't top the quality and versatility! " - Jael Rucker, ONE37pm Staff
Material(s): Calf Leather | Size(s): 32-40 | Color(s): Dark Brown, Black, Reversible Black/Brown
As we stated in our review, Luca Faloni's products are bar none when it comes to investment closet staples, and their Calf Brown Leather is one of the many examples of the attentiveness the brand gives to their products.
14. ZEGNA Tailored Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "Stylish and functional - great quality." - Sheryl K. Saks Fifth Avenue Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): One size fits all | Color(s): Mocha Black
ZEGNA's Tailored Leather Belt is a versatile staple that will spruce up any wardrobe, as the tailored leather gives the belt a smooth sleek look.
BUY NOW AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, $295
15. Versace La Medusa Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "I bought the teal / yellow-orange version of this belt. Which sounds like it would be limiting to wear, but so far I have found it to be well made and versatile. Pricey but it is a designer and I'll have it for many years." - Nordstrom Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 30-46 | Color(s): Black Versace Gold, Red Gold, White Gold, Blue Gold, Black Gold
If it looks fancy, it's because it is fancy. This is the House of Versace, meaning every piece will have you looking and feeling like a million bucks.
BUY NOW AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, $395
16. Tanner Goods Classic Belt
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A Promising Review: "Now I get why Tanner is in the biz. You won't find a maker on Etsy who can match the finish on this thing. The edges and backside are completely burnished or smoothed, the leather is thoroughly waxed, and the color is a truer black compared to Horween Dublin Black. All details that make it a truly finished piece, and surprisingly hard to come by among the myriad of leather makers." - Nordstrom Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 28-42 | Color(s): Cognac
Not sure which is cooler—the fact that you can choose the belt buckle color, or being able to add a monogram. We'll go with the monogram.
17. To Boot New York Taupe Suede Belt
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A Promising Review: "Upon purchasing the belt as a gift, the boyfriend wasn't sure if he would like it. When i brought it to him and he tried it on, he fell in love." - To Boot New York Reviewer
Material(s): Suede | Size(s): 30-42 | Color(s): Taupe
The Taupe Suede Belt from Too Boot New York is full of simplicity and minimalism, while still being functional and soft. Definitely a great addition to the closet.
BUY NOW AT TO BOOT NEW YORK, $125
18. Ghost Golf Club
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A Promising Review: "I love the belt. The order process was super easy. In addition, the return process is also easy. I ordereed the wrong belt, and had a return slip and properly sized belt within a couple of days." - Ghost Golf Reviewer
Material(s): 84% Polyester, 16% Elastane | Size(s): 32, 34, 36, 44, 46 | Color(s): Navy/Green
You absolutely cannot be on the golf course struggling to keep your pants on under any circ*mstance. Luckily there's places like Ghost Golf Club to help you with belts that are both appropriate for golfing, and stylish.
19. Burberry Men's Belt
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A Promising Review: "Belt is very well made and looks very nice. I love it." - Nordstrom Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 90, 95, 100, 105, 110 | Color(s): Charcoal/Graphite
The Burberry Check and Leather Reversible belt is a smooth look that encompasses both the modern and new elements of the brand, and is capped off with a logo-engraved buckle for the finish.
20. Uniqlo Italian Leather Saddle Belt
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A Promising Review: "I've had my Uniqlo belt for years and feel it's the best quality you can get at this price point." - Charlie Kolbrener, Senior Editor at ONE37pm
Material(s): Italian Leather | Size(s): M, L, XL | Color(s): Black, Dark Brown
If you're searching for something quick and easy without having to spend that much money, Uniqlo has a sizable catalog when it comes to belts. One of our favorites from them is the Italian Leather Saddle Belt, but you can certainly browse through the options to see if there's anything else you like.
21. Eddie Bauer Tap Cap Belt
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A Promising Review: "Versatile, sturdy belt that holds." - Eddie Bauer Reviewer
Material(s): Nylon | Size(s): M, L, XL | Color(s): Black, Graphite, Navy
Eddie Bauer also has an inexpensive belt selection worth checking out as well. The Tap Cap Belt is made with all-nylon, and actually has a bottle opener attached on the belt buckle, which seems like something that could come in handy one day.
22. Timberland Classic Jean Belt
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A Promising Review: "The belt was a good value and looks good. It provides good fit. Quality leather and true to size. Works well with casual wear, khakis or jeans." - Dick's Sporting Goods Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 32-48 | Color(s): Brown, Dark Brown, Navy, Wheat, Black
Another budget-friendly option, Timberland gives you a lot with their $20 belt which is made with leather, comes in several different colors, and is very durable. While you could wear the belt with formal attire, casual seems to be the way to go as you can pair it with jeans, khakis, and shorts.
BUY NOW AT DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, $20.99
23. Ted Baker London Jean Belt
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A Promising Review: "I actually bought this belt because I already had it in black and I was in need of a new brown belt. I really like that belt has many hues of brown so you can pull it off with many different shades of brown shoes." - Kole, Nordstrom Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 32-42 | Color(s): Black, Tan
A handsome timeless leather brown belt, Ted Baker delivers with their eye-catching London Lean Leather Belt.
24. Tom Ford Men's Signature T Reversible Leather Belt
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A Promising Review: "I purchased the reversible black/brown leather Tom Ford belt size 85. I’m 5’10 with a size 30-31 waist. I absolutely love this belt. Using premium quality leather and craftsmanship, this belt lives up to the the Tom Ford name. The solid gold buckle is sturdy and gives a hint subtle sophistication. The belt feels like she just gently hugs my waist all day long. Very pleased." - Nordstrom Reviewer
Material(s): Leather | Size(s): 32, 38, 42, 46, 48 | Color(s): Black/Navy
This particular Tom Ford is reversible, which helps contributes to its timeless and traditional feel.
25. Lucky Southwest Woven Belt
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A Promising Review: "Sturdy with a good design" - Elton Jones, ONE37pm Editor
Material(s): Woven | Size(s): 32, 34, 36, 38, 40 | Color(s): Multi
The southern "Southwest" design makes this a belt that standouts in comparison to the others on this list as it makes an automatic statement. We recommend this belt with some khakis or perhaps a pair of 70s style jeans for a hippie look.
BUY NOW AT LUCKY BRAND, $41.70
FAQ:
What are some of the best brands for men's belts?
The subject of "best" in this case is very subjective as we listed a bunch of different brands in this article that are very different from one another in terms of how they design their products, price points, etc. Some of our favorite brands for belts are Tom Ford, Gucci, and Versace for luxury, and brands like Eddie Bauer and Timberland in the average price range.
How to pick a good belt:
In order to select a good belt, you have to first measure your pants waist size if you don't already know it. A general rule of thumb is that your belt should be roughly 1-2 inches than the size of your pants waist. Once you have that down, you'll also want to factor in the material of the belt as leather, nylon, and woven fabric will probably get you the best results in terms of durability. The weight and thickness of the belt is also another component you can use to tell whether or not a belt is good quality. That is sometimes be hard to achieve online, so you can also read the reviews if you are having a hard time figuring out what's best for you.
What's the difference between a dress belt and casual belt?
There's often a merge between dress and casual belts as many can with both dress and casual pants, but casual belts do tend to be wider in their design, whereas dress belts are never more than an inch wide. Dress belts also traditionally have a smaller frame buckle. Most websites do a good job as detailing what type of belt they are offering, so you can always read the description or email the brand if you have any additional questions.
If you need some suggestions as to what pants you should wear your belt with, check out our list of best men's summer pants here.
