Leonardo Verrelli Unisex Green Genuine Leather Belt 3.3 cm

Some accessories earn their place by simply being there when you need them, and this green leather belt is one of them. It is unisex, so it works just as well for a man as for a woman, and the plain styling means you can reach for it on a busy morning without a second thought. The green gives a plain outfit a fresh lift, while the silver-tone pin buckle keeps things classic. It is made by Leonardo Verrelli.

The strap is genuine leather, 3.3 cm wide and 3 mm thick, which gives it the body to hold its shape and stand up to regular wear. Fastening is the familiar way: a pin buckle in a silver finish that has long proved its worth. If it turns out a little long, you can shorten it.

It comes in five lengths: 100 cm, 110 cm, 120 cm, 130 cm and 140 cm. To pick yours, go by your waist measurement, remembering that the length is taken from the end of the strap to the central hole, not counting the buckle. The easiest route is to take a belt you already wear and like, then measure it from the buckle to the hole you actually use. That figure is the size to choose from the five on offer.

Because it is useful and not fussy, it also makes a sensible gift for someone in the family. To keep the leather in good shape, give it a little leather cream from time to time and keep it away from prolonged damp.