5 mistakes not to make when wearing a belt<

Every man must know the mistakes not to make when wearing a belt because it is probably the main accessory for many people and the one that can end up completing an outfit or make it more striking.

So if you don't want to look scruffy and wear a belt properly to complement your outfits, avoid these mistakes.

It doesn't match the shoes

It's a basic fashion rule and one of the classic mistakes when wearing a belt with dress shoes. However, we cannot wear a white belt with white shoes. The best thing you can do is always go for black. If you wear suede shoes, a suede belt is optimal although it is sometimes advisable to mix materials. So if you plan to wear a belt, also think about your shoes to have a better outfit.

Wearing a belt that is too long or too short

If you buy a belt that is too long for you, when you close it there will be some length left that will not look good and can even give the area too much volume if it wraps around us a second time.

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A good quality belt usually has five holes, the third being the key point to fit properly. Always try it before you buy it. On the Internet, it can be a bit complicated so be sure to take a look at the size chart and have a tape measure to choose the one that suits you best.

On the other hand, if the belt is too short, it can also happen that it cannot even completely surround you, which is not an option.

Wear a worn belt

It's a small dot on this list but it's one of the worst mistakes. This happens when the belt looks torn, frayed, or with a hole that is too big and stretched due to overuse. You may think it's not noticeable but it shows and can ruin an entire outfit, especially if it's formal.

Wear the same belt for everything

One of the most basic mistakes when wearing a belt is to use it for all types of clothing when not all belts are compatible with all types of clothing. Although to choose a belt, it is enough to observe the design of the pants (the width of the loops), you cannot use a cowboy model with a formal suit or in a semi-formal outfit, nor a slim belt for casual outfits.

Put on the belt, look in the mirror and see if it looks good and if its shape is consistent with the clothes. Most wide belts are ideal for casual wear while thin (medium) belts are for suits and formal wear.

You do not take into account the accessories

A rule that few men know: the buckle must match the jewelry we wear. That is, if we use silver rings or bracelets, this must also be the color of the buckle. And in the same way: if we opt for gold watches, it is preferable to have this color on the belt.

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