How To Pick The Best Belt For Your Outfit | 6 Belt Wearing Tips

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  • Опубліковано 22 кві 2015
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    In this video men's style, grooming, fitness and lifestyle expert, Aaron Marino of www.iamalpham.com www.aaronmarino.com and www.peteandpedro.com, talks about how to pick the best belt for your outfit. Knowing what belt to choose can be the difference between a looking great and looking like a guy who doesn't have a clue in regards to style.
    Belts, when chosen properly, are an amazingly stylish and finishing touch to a great outfit. A cool and coordinated belt can add subtle detail to your look. You can showcase your individual taste, personality, preference, and flair; howver, making sure you chose an appropriate, stylish, and coordinating belt is essential. Aaron Marino of alpha m. presents how to pick the best belt for your outfit with these six belt wearing tips.
    Belt Wearing Tips
    1. Know the difference between casual and dress belts - dress belt is length of thumb to the 1st knuckle (1 inch and 1/2). If it's wider than that, it's casual. Make sure the shoes coordinate to the belt in terms of dress level.
    2. Buckle - go simple, subtle, and understated unless you're a 'cowboy' or 'rock star'.
    3. Stick to the three main colors - black, brown, and tan. Bright and bold work in certain situations. Fabric belts can be more playful because of the casual nature, however.
    4. Match belt color to shoes - Alpha discusses how to match antiquing and distressing shades of shoes to the belt.
    5. Buy one size larger than your waist size - Alpha gives examples. Belts have 5 holes, go for the center 3. If you are on the ends, go up or down accordingly.
    6. Wear leather - there is no other option. Synthetic belts suck! When you think of leather, do you think of cow? 90% of leather belts in the stores are made from tanned cow-hide. However, 'leather' means any tanned and processed animal skin. Alpha covers other types of leather: crocodile, eel, ostrich, shark, and hippo. Alpha was recently introduced to a company, Alexander Dallas, who makes exotic leather belts. He was blown away by their cool belts. He loves the patterns and textures which add subtle detail and dimension that cow belts cannot. The price tag is around $160, but they are hand-crafted with unique leather. Alexander Dallas is offering 10% off with BADASSBELT at checkout. Matching wallets are available too!
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  • @dzeko1167
    @dzeko1167 5 років тому +95

    I once tried to make a belt out of clocks.
    Turned out to be a waist of time.

    • @Jps-gm2mi
      @Jps-gm2mi 5 років тому

      Nice joke

    • @juriaanoussoren
      @juriaanoussoren 4 роки тому

      That because you forgot to back in time to reinfent time

  • @fernandomelgar748
    @fernandomelgar748 8 років тому +235

    what about human leather, you can never go wrong with human leather

    • @jlt591
      @jlt591 6 років тому +23

      ask germans, they pretend to be nice but their experts in human leather just check history

    • @Cowboy96
      @Cowboy96 3 роки тому +7

      As long as it’s sustainably sourced

    • @derrickestuardo1336
      @derrickestuardo1336 3 роки тому +3

      HIT ME UP I GOT FRESH SKIN HUMAN BELTS IM A CERTIFIED SELLER WE HUNT FOR ARE MATERIAL

    • @theymademepickaname1248
      @theymademepickaname1248 3 роки тому +4

      As long as you wear matching human leather shoes.

    • @pranavgainz4180
      @pranavgainz4180 2 роки тому +1

      Lol was thinking the same.

  • @anujgupta2178
    @anujgupta2178 3 роки тому +18

    1. it should be 1.5 inch width and it should match with your shoes
    2. buckle should be simple (not big monsters)
    3.buy 1 size larger belts i.e if your waist is 30 then buy 32 waist size belt
    4. always wear leather belts

  • @lucafersko
    @lucafersko 9 років тому +30

    Congratulations on 500k Aaron!

    • @txny5015
      @txny5015 8 років тому

      So awesome knowing luca watches alpha

    • @txny5015
      @txny5015 8 років тому

      Really really big fan of both

    • @pembasherpa5271
      @pembasherpa5271 2 роки тому +2

      6.37m now

  • @kekistani2373
    @kekistani2373 8 років тому +58

    i still rock the walmart belts

    • @bruhbruh756
      @bruhbruh756 6 років тому +12

      nothin wrong with that

  • @christopherpackart
    @christopherpackart 8 років тому +18

    How about a video on vegan belts and dress shoes because I know there are people out there that would like that.

  • @eternalending
    @eternalending 9 років тому +12

    Literally just broke my belt and needed to buy a new one. Alpha is psychic.

  • @LarryLynx
    @LarryLynx 9 років тому +303

    I'm a cowboy rockstar and I find this offensive.

  • @jeremydelahaye4697
    @jeremydelahaye4697 4 роки тому

    Thans Alpha for showing the Anson belt.
    I purchased it and it's great!

  • @TheMaverickUK
    @TheMaverickUK 8 років тому +5

    alpha srsly ur the best, best fashion channel on youtube!

  • @cuteclacker8379
    @cuteclacker8379 8 років тому

    Could not do anything but subscribe right away. You are so cool and your delivery content is awesome will definiently be checking out your other videos

  • @lawrencetan5
    @lawrencetan5 9 років тому +2

    This is really helpful!

  • @SagaCrew1
    @SagaCrew1 9 років тому

    You're a amazing man alpha, thank you

  • @j.fetets3195
    @j.fetets3195 7 років тому +5

    Hey alpha, I really like gucci belts what do you think of them?
    Jasper

  • @Leatherbeltsonline
    @Leatherbeltsonline 2 роки тому

    A pertinent sartorial question that often crops up is whether a man should wear the leather belt with a western buckle with a formal suit. Is it relevant with this style or simply tacky? What are your ideas on the subject?

  • @wazrasta
    @wazrasta 8 років тому

    Aaron gotta say man your channel is killer. Such a great place thanks for the content.

  • @ashtondurham5075
    @ashtondurham5075 9 років тому +12

    Alpha.. I'm thinking leather made from hippo is not a sustainable product, so I'm going respectively disagree with the "cool" factor on that recommendation.

  • @tonywampler166
    @tonywampler166 6 років тому

    I just got an anson belt and two buckles to change it up !! A casual and a dress buckle!!

  • @migueldecarvalho8012
    @migueldecarvalho8012 7 років тому +1

    But Alpha, what belt would you wear with black or white fashion sneakers? I'm inclined to buy black canvas but I would prefer army green. Would that work? Awesome videos!

  • @youschanten
    @youschanten 4 роки тому +2

    Alpha, for years I’ve used shoelaces as a belt. One cause they’re cheap, two I have multiple of them from previous shoes and three I have sensitive skin to certain metals and break out in a rash if on my skin for too long. Any suggestions?

  • @handsupimhappy
    @handsupimhappy 9 років тому

    could you make a video on what clothing colors look best with eye, hair, and skin colors

  • @UrwahK
    @UrwahK 9 років тому

    Could you do a review on the products, I would like to see more of what's inside the wallet, thank you

  • @DonnyCisKey
    @DonnyCisKey 9 років тому

    Alpha you are a legend most helpful man around

  • @12346unkown
    @12346unkown 9 років тому

    Great, now I'm in love with the alexander dallas crocodile belt...

  • @andreiberdeu46
    @andreiberdeu46 4 роки тому

    Man you're great 👍👍👍 a lot to learn from you. Thanks

  • @TheKingOfHeartsIV
    @TheKingOfHeartsIV 7 років тому +31

    tigers are more exotic alive than dead

  • @JSLifting97
    @JSLifting97 8 років тому +1

    I picked up 2 custom made leather belts from a little shop In the south of France, they're pricey at about £40 or $60 each but they will last a life time, worth the investment

  • @jamescraig2529
    @jamescraig2529 7 років тому +1

    Dude... I'm a real estate broker who has studied communication very closely. You are insanely captivating. You literally should have been a public speaker and probably would have been if we were still in the days before UA-cam. Love your content and keep it up!

  • @ricsona3194
    @ricsona3194 6 років тому +13

    I sprayed tiege hanley on my cow and it turned into a belt

  • @BOMBAY32d
    @BOMBAY32d 9 років тому

    Man your videos are just awesome

  • @bruceserrano48
    @bruceserrano48 9 років тому

    That matching belt to the wallet makes me go crazey!

  • @eddiek828
    @eddiek828 8 років тому

    Thanks for all the informative videos! Where can I obtain that sweet belt rack at the beginning of your video?

  • @MSK120
    @MSK120 9 років тому +1

    Yo Alpha! What do you think of snakeskin belts? I inherited an old one from my dad and it fits, but I'm not sure how to wear it. It's a silvery-gray color.

  • @writwickdhivare
    @writwickdhivare 3 роки тому

    Hey Aaron, I wanted to know if designer belt could be used with formal outfit?

  • @isaacc.2815
    @isaacc.2815 7 років тому

    How do you feel about designer belts like Fendi, Michael Kors, Feragmao, Gucci, LV. If we purchase those when are the best times to wear them?

  • @MyThundermuffin
    @MyThundermuffin 8 років тому +78

    this video pissed off 76 vegans

  • @Ndasuunye
    @Ndasuunye 9 років тому +24

    I saw elephant skin,. Yeah I don't think I can endorse such a thing as Elephant skin. Have we learned nothing from Ivory tusks? Not even "The Protector"

  • @zackw7376
    @zackw7376 6 років тому

    What kind of belt would you suggest wearing with black chelsea boots that don't make your outfit look too dressy?

  • @davidspence2072
    @davidspence2072 8 років тому +1

    I love my white belt, motherlover! Adds contrast, helps to break your outfit up into Rule of Thirds and it POPS! Don't hate, my bohemian brother!

  • @HappyNewsMedia
    @HappyNewsMedia 9 років тому

    Great video man!

  • @mirzashabbir4135
    @mirzashabbir4135 8 років тому +4

    I love your videos. You have honestly help me elevate my sense of style and that has had an enormous impact on my confidence levels. You're pretty much my style guru lol Thank you so much for helping me better my life.
    P.S bought a pair of double monk straps from ALDOS because of one of your videos and I have literally never loved any shoe as much as I love those. Great recommendation.

  • @shimon2232
    @shimon2232 9 років тому

    Alpha,I just bought a Ferragamo with buckle the classic Lego one in black.
    but u said to go subtle and simple don't think it's to much loud or crazy! ?
    What u think ??

  • @DailyBeltRemoval
    @DailyBeltRemoval 2 місяці тому

    Great channel! Subbed! Can you tell me the best belt for ripping it out of my belt loops one handed?

  • @edencole585
    @edencole585 9 років тому

    Great video man.. But i have one question, If i have lets say navy colored suede dessert boots, do I HAVE to use a navy colored suede belt or can I use a navy colored leather belt??

  • @yuraymarstewart
    @yuraymarstewart 8 років тому

    I saw a belt with a gold buckle at the beginning of your video. I've been going crazy trying to find one. Do you have any tips for brands/stores? (Preferably online because I live in The Netherlands)

  • @underratedcritic1983
    @underratedcritic1983 6 років тому +4

    Here's a simplified rule for belt width: Buy either 1.5" or 1.75". Not all pants can accommodate more that 1.75, and anything less than 1.5 doesn't look right.

  • @jalalkphilosophy
    @jalalkphilosophy 9 років тому

    Ur amazing mr. Alpha.

  • @niwe_
    @niwe_ 9 років тому +49

    What do you think about the very expensive hermes belts?

    • @alpham
      @alpham  9 років тому +37

      SkyProductions I love them... but could never spend that much on a belt.

    • @niwe_
      @niwe_ 9 років тому

      alpha m. Thanks for the answer! Yes they're way to expensive... please keep going with your videos they're awsome! Soon 500'000 Alphas ;)
      Greetings from Switzerland

    • @CrankingAllDay
      @CrankingAllDay 9 років тому +2

      They are amazing... I don't own a hermes one but I have an Canali and ferragmo. Worth the money

    • @veryfrozen3271
      @veryfrozen3271 8 років тому +5

      There real ugly. Just expensive. At least with gucci it has nice color combinations or a beautiful gold medusa. The big ass H is like what the fuck

    • @bennyyarnold
      @bennyyarnold 8 років тому +1

      +SkyProductions I have one and it's one of my favorite belts and looks good with really anything, I would invest in one if I were you because they last and Hermes takes care of you if something happens to it.

  • @lostinoc3528
    @lostinoc3528 7 років тому

    what do you think about polyester web belts? are they ever okay to wear? and if so when?

  • @hotrod3769
    @hotrod3769 7 років тому

    Aaron, would it be ok to wear a black belt with oxblood shoes or do you recommend wearing only and oxblood color to match shoes?

  • @gklpang
    @gklpang 8 років тому +1

    You are very entertaining!

  • @SuperPops666
    @SuperPops666 9 років тому

    Can you do a video about what to wear to a prom?

  • @diarronmontgomery9512
    @diarronmontgomery9512 2 роки тому

    man where did you get that belt hanger I need one I keeping my belts in a bag

  • @malichai100
    @malichai100 9 років тому +1

    I knew I could find him talking about this, he talks about everything. I need to buy a suit, and I'm lost.

  • @joshuachenevert6339
    @joshuachenevert6339 9 років тому

    What is your opinion on wearing belts that were made by the one who will be doing to wearing?

  • @chrisevans6020
    @chrisevans6020 9 років тому

    What do you think about braided leather belts?

  • @SowiniBushido
    @SowiniBushido 7 років тому +2

    I really love the look of old worn out leather belts. I have one that's 1 1/2 inches and it just looks so nice. Plus it's old so it's super soft and flexible.

  • @sergey_ru
    @sergey_ru 3 роки тому

    Hey. Can a brown belt be worn with mid-tone gray jeans? For example, I'm interested in pairing Levi's 501 Original Fit Parrish Jeans with Levi's Stinson Belt. Or Levi's 502 Regular Tapered Mens Jeans - King Bee ADV.

  • @ecthelion1735
    @ecthelion1735 9 років тому

    What about Oxblood? If I have shoes in a deep red/burgundy, shouldn't I match the belt instead of going brown?

  • @aryadwipa7400
    @aryadwipa7400 7 років тому

    Hi aaron! what do you think about chesnut coloured casual belt?

  • @jesperlindstrom8577
    @jesperlindstrom8577 9 років тому

    i agree with the buckel, but i think that brands that hermes have some pretty stylish aswell

    • @jesperlindstrom8577
      @jesperlindstrom8577 8 років тому

      Haha! ❤
      The style is subjective, yes.
      But dude they don't start att 1000$

  • @purpleswag2313
    @purpleswag2313 8 років тому

    Man you can present!

  • @shekharmoona544
    @shekharmoona544 9 років тому

    I purchased a pair of Ralph Lauren Chukka boots. Ralph Laurens product said dark brown. I then followed with a purchase of a Ralph Lauren equestrian style belt also in dark brown. Guess what didn't match. I wish they would have a color code # to match them perfectly.

  • @DonSamurai777
    @DonSamurai777 8 років тому

    Alpha you rule !

  • @jonathanfernandez5754
    @jonathanfernandez5754 8 років тому

    Hoping you will respond but i recently puchased a Goyard brown leather belt and wanted to know what you think and how to wear it?

  • @thomasp8904
    @thomasp8904 9 років тому

    What were those shoes with the destressing he was holding up. Those looked sweet

  • @bandanahanna
    @bandanahanna 9 років тому

    Hey Alpha! would you wear a letherbelt with alot of texture with clean formel shoes of same leathercoler? i'm asking because i have a handcrafted letherbelt with alot of engraving, and i dont know if i can wear it with plain leathershoes :D please help!

  • @25mfermin
    @25mfermin 5 років тому

    So if it's more than inch amd half size that's a casual belt?

  • @randomdiy3823
    @randomdiy3823 8 років тому

    For grey shoes do you also wear grey belt?

  • @elinoorani18
    @elinoorani18 6 років тому

    Hey Alpha, are you supposed to wear a belt with a well fitted suit or not?

  • @khllo0ody
    @khllo0ody 6 років тому

    could you please make a video accordingly with Anson

  • @psunilrams
    @psunilrams 9 років тому

    Hey Can you make a video on Men watches..

  • @25mfermin
    @25mfermin 5 років тому

    How about im wearing chinos pants on a casual way and weari white sneakers. How i can match that belt xolor into my sneakers. It is ok if i'm wearing a leather tan belt?

  • @parneetnotra4357
    @parneetnotra4357 8 років тому

    Where can i get that Belt hanger at the start of the video?

  • @derekdavis6508
    @derekdavis6508 3 роки тому

    Grip6 belt I've wondered about those.

  • @Karthik_002
    @Karthik_002 6 років тому

    Alpha U R FANTASTIC

  • @ryanbraverman2649
    @ryanbraverman2649 9 років тому +2

    How do you feel about belts such as Salvador Ferragamo, Fendi, and even Louis Vuitton. Pretty much anything with a signature print, and a low key buckle. I personally love they way they look, not the price$$.

    • @asadb1990
      @asadb1990 8 років тому

      +Ryan Braverman Due to the obscenely high prices of some of the branded belts, I go the route of buying a quality knockoff instead. Just the other day, my replica LV brown checkered Belt Came in and for most intensive purposes, this belt looked more than legit for me. I buy my replicas at Aliexpress.

    • @asadb1990
      @asadb1990 8 років тому

      YourMother well its your opinion and I respect that. But for me, with cloths the fakes can often be better made than the real deal at times provided you pay a little more and get a AAA quality grade replica and you will looking for differences with a magnifiying glass.

  • @braedenmarcus2123
    @braedenmarcus2123 7 років тому +1

    what about designer belts like Louis Vuitton and Ferragamo

  • @jag5798
    @jag5798 2 роки тому

    That exotic belt place doesn’t have any on their site.

  • @cockshot1438
    @cockshot1438 7 років тому +1

    layne staley pulled off a big belt buckle.

  • @cdog2348
    @cdog2348 8 років тому

    gray boat shoes. can i go brown or black belt?

  • @ramste37
    @ramste37 9 років тому

    I only have 1 belt and it's brown and I wear it with everything cuz I don't give a fuck lol but Imma swag myself out wit a new belt now

  • @isaacalvarez7921
    @isaacalvarez7921 5 років тому

    Thanks for video Derek of Grey's Anatomy

  • @mr.ecuador-peru-italia6857
    @mr.ecuador-peru-italia6857 6 років тому

    Your the best Alpha! I like that tiger belt 😂

  • @juriaanoussoren
    @juriaanoussoren 4 роки тому

    Ck belt with small engraved logo or big CK logo ?
    I wear always with small.....i need a new obe my leather is fucked and the engraved you can wear on a suit 2

  • @JLConawayII
    @JLConawayII 8 років тому

    The width measurement shown for the belt was 1 3/16", not 1 1/2". All of my dress belts are 1 1/4" or 1 3/16".

  • @adamadel6958
    @adamadel6958 4 роки тому

    I love the this alpha

  • @osvaldobastian9292
    @osvaldobastian9292 8 років тому +1

    what about luxury belts like Hermes & Gucci

  • @345168
    @345168 9 років тому +1

    Hahaha. I'm a college golfer, I pull off the white belt. And a black one with a huge Nike logo buckle. The things you can get away with in golf fashion 😂.

  • @reecehayden7731
    @reecehayden7731 6 років тому

    Wear your belt to the left or right?

  • @Nigtmaredemon
    @Nigtmaredemon 7 років тому

    can i wear a plain white shirt underneath one of these?

  • @wdkpaino8861
    @wdkpaino8861 6 років тому

    How do you feel about GUCCI belts?OR DESIGNERS?

  • @berzerklion9695
    @berzerklion9695 9 років тому

    Almost half a million !!!

  • @12346unkown
    @12346unkown 9 років тому

    Since everyone's talking about designer belts, i must say i dislike most, because the buckle is simply the letters of the company (gg ; lv ; h) and i think that's for people who get off on brand names. One that I really dig though is the versace 3d medusa head ones, i love the antique flair, that medusa just looks sick!

  • @maxd.m1183
    @maxd.m1183 7 років тому

    Wait what about about canvas belts?

  • @robertweaver4607
    @robertweaver4607 4 роки тому +1

    simple rule of thumb 😍

  • @arvindsinghchauhan3038
    @arvindsinghchauhan3038 3 роки тому

    What about hugo boss belts?

  • @ishanhastir
    @ishanhastir 7 років тому

    How about ratchet​ buckle belts?

  • @NoahNoahNoahNoahNoahNoah
    @NoahNoahNoahNoahNoahNoah 5 років тому +3

    What colour belt goes on black jeans I beg someone reply ASAP rocky

    • @cyanozastava8920
      @cyanozastava8920 5 років тому

      Any colour could do the work but to make it match, match the colour of your belt to the shoes like brown shoes you should wear brown belts. hope this Helps.

  • @Aidan_Au
    @Aidan_Au 9 років тому

    I have a pair of burgundy shoes. What color of belt should I use?

    • @hybro8
      @hybro8 9 років тому

      Joe Au Oxblood?