Men's Black Genuine Leather Belt with Pin Buckle 3.8 cm 100-120 cm

This belt is cut from genuine leather, and you can tell from the moment you hold it: the finish looks authentic rather than glossy and manufactured. It is a Leonardo Verrelli piece in plain black, made for men who want something dependable to wear every day.

The width is 3.8 cm and the thickness 3.5 mm, which gives it a sturdy, reassuring feel. That width sits particularly well in the loops of jeans and work trousers, though it is just as happy with a pair of suit trousers.

The fastening is a pin buckle, the classic kind that has never really gone out of fashion. It is simple, easy to use and easy to trust, and it suits both casual and smarter outfits without any fuss.

Black is the colour that goes with everything, so this belt rarely stays in the drawer. Wear it with denim at the weekend, with chinos on a Friday, or with a suit when the day calls for it. If you are looking for a useful gift for your partner, it is the sort of present that gets worn all the time.

It comes in two lengths, 100 cm and 120 cm. To choose, take a belt that already fits you well and measure it from the buckle to the hole you actually use, then pick whichever of the two lengths is closest. The length is measured from the buckle, which is not included, to the central hole. Good to know: the belt can be shortened to exactly the length you want.

A little care keeps it looking good for years. Moisturise the leather a few times a year with a leather cream, and if it gets caught in the rain, let it dry in the open air and keep it well away from a radiator.