Leonardo Verrelli Men's Brown Genuine Leather Belt 3.5 cm

This belt comes in two lengths, 100 cm and 110 cm, and sits at a width of 3.5 cm. That is a comfortable, everyday proportion for trousers, and the strap is 3 mm thick, so it grips the waistband firmly and stays put through a long day.

It is made by Leonardo Verrelli in genuine leather, in a classic brown. The material gives it an authentic, properly leathery look rather than a flashy one, which is exactly what you want from a belt you will reach for without thinking.

Brown brings warmth to a beige outfit, and at the office it pairs easily with your chinos without drawing attention to itself. Add it to a plain shirt and trousers and the whole look feels more finished and better balanced.

The fastening is a pin buckle, simple and efficient. You slide the pin into the hole that suits you, and that is all there is to it. If the belt turns out a touch long for you, it can be shortened.

Choosing your length is straightforward. The size shown is measured without the buckle, up to the middle hole. Take a belt that already fits you well, measure it from the buckle to the hole you actually use, then pick the closest of the two lengths available.

To keep the leather in good shape, give it a little care a few times a year. Apply a leather balm, then let the belt dry in the open air. A well-nourished leather lasts longer, so a few minutes of upkeep goes a long way.