Leonardo Verrelli Men's Brown Genuine Leather Prong Buckle Belt 3.5 cm

Looking for a gift for a man who prefers things simple and dependable? This brown genuine leather belt from Leonardo Verrelli is the kind of present that gets worn week after week, which is exactly what you want from a gift.

It comes in two lengths, 100 cm and 110 cm, and every size is 3.5 cm wide with a thickness of 4 mm. The pin buckle keeps things easy: the prong slips into whichever hole suits him best, and there is no fuss to it.

The plain, understated design is what makes it so versatile. At the office it sits neatly with a pair of chinos, and at the weekend it works just as well with something more relaxed. Brown is a good friend of natural shades, so beige, khaki and navy all look right beside it.

Genuine leather is a hard-wearing material that develops a lovely patina the more it is worn, so the belt only looks better with time. To help it last, work in a little leather cream a few times a year and keep it away from prolonged damp. And if it ever turns out slightly too long, it can be shortened, which is handy when you are between two sizes.

Choosing the length is simple. Start from the waist measurement: the stated length runs from the buckle, which is not included in the measurement, to the central hole.

If you or the person you are buying for already owns a belt that fits well, measure it from the buckle to the hole that is normally used. The closest size to that measurement is the right one.