The Find: 10 stylish men’s belts to cap off a casual outfit
The Find: 10 stylish men’s belts to cap off a casual outfit
By Frances McInnis | April 16, 2013
By Frances McInnis | 04/16/2013
Many men have exactly two belts in their wardrobe: one brown and one black. Many others opt to omit them altogether, at least until faced with a pair of too-roomy pants. Either way, it’s a wasted opportunity. The right belt can subtly pull an outfit together, and sporting one in an unusual material or unexpected colour can add a little pep to a laid-back weekend outfit. Here, 10 subtly stylish waist-cinchers to wear yachting, camping or just enjoying spring in the city.
209023 Korean label <strong>Wooyoungmi </strong>makes this attention-grabbing mosaic-print belt. The neutral colours of the print and the matte-finish buckle keep it from being too loud. $160<br /><br /><br />
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209028 Most of <strong>Billykirk’</strong>s leather goods are handmade by in-house artisans and Amish leather crafters in Pennsylvania. Double collar button belt, $115<br /><br /><br />
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<em>Available at Sydney’s, 682 Queen St. W., 416-603-3369, <a href="http://shopsydneys.com/bags-and-accessories/billykirk-double-collar-button-belt.html">shopsydneys.com</a></em><br />
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209026 A utilitarian canvas and leather belt by <strong>Engineered Garments</strong> will add a pop of cheerful kelly green to a basic jeans-and-tee look. $65, on sale from $125<br /><br /><br />
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<em>Available at Jonathan and Olivia, 49 Ossington Ave., 416-849-5956, <a href="http://jonathanandolivia.com/LOGO-BELT-KELLY-GREEN.html">jonathanandolivia.com</a></em><br />
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209030 <strong>Tanner Leather Goods’</strong> high-quality, bridle leather belts come in dark red, black, tan and several of shades of brown. With wear, the colour of the leather deepens beautifully. $110<br />
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<em>Available at Uncle Otis, 26 Bellair St., 416-920-2281, <a href="http://www.uncleotis.com/?gid=6932&gid=8032&_UserReference=03E1D90E2379A82D516B39DA">uncleotis.com</a></em><br />
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209069 <strong>Loro Piana </strong>is best known for its ultra-fine cashmere, but the Italian company also makes high-end accessories. At $445, this navy suede belt with cotton trim is definitely a splurge<strong></strong><br /><br /><br />
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<em>Available through <a href="http://www.mrporter.com/product/328916">mrporter.com</a></em><br />
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209027 Alongside its oh-so-New England ribbon belts, <strong>Brooks Brothers</strong> offers this braided model made of calfskin leather and cotton, with a brass buckle. $98<br />
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<em>Available at Brooks Brothers, multiple locations, <a href="http://www.brooksbrothers.com/Leather-and-Cotton-Braided-Belt/MV00018,default,pd.html?dwvar_MV00018_Color=LTBR&contentpos=10&cgid=0233">brooksbrothers.com</a></em><br />
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209024 Needlepoint belts, like this one by <strong>Smathers and Branson,</strong> are the epitome of American country club style—best worn shamelessly with shorts and boat shoes in the height of summer. $165<br /><br /><br />
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<em>Available at A2Zane, 753 Queen St. W., 647-352-9263, <a href="http://a2zane.com/">a2zane.com</a> </em><br />
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209029 With its polished leather border, <strong>Allen Edmonds’</strong> calfskin model with a woven inlay is dressy enough for business casual settings. $139<br /><br /><br />
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<em>Available through <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/allen-edmonds-woven-inlay-belt/3178017?origin=category&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=5062">nordstrom.com</a></em><br />
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209031 <strong>Anderson’s </strong>has been around since 1966—long enough to master the art of the woven belt. Its trademark multicoloured versions with leather trim are all made in Italy. $135<br /><br /><br />
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<em>Available at Harry Rosen, multiple locations, <a href="http://www.harryrosen.com/eng/categories/accessories/Belts">harryrosen.com</a></em><br />
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209036 Because they’re made of thick bridle leather, <strong>Filson</strong> belts are incredibly durable. Belt with tin cloth panel, $98 (US) <br /><br /><br />
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<em>Available through <a href="http://www.filson.com/products/double-layer-leather-belt.30054.html?fromCat=true&fvalsProduct=mens/belts-and-suspenders&fmetaProduct=1011">filson.com</a> </em><br />
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