A leather belt is one of the accessories that will never be bad to have in your closet. Is an all time classic and a favorite of everyone with style. 

There are different types of belts designs that match different styles but leather belts are the most classic ones, with a lot of colors to choose from and with a quality that makes them stand out. However, to be able to choose the right one for you we are giving you these 4 tips to choose a good leather belt. 

4 tips to choose a good leather belt 

1. Leather quality

The quality is probably the major key to have a good leather belt that last forever in your closet and to choose the best quality we need to tell you the different leather qualities you can find available in the market: 

a) Full grain leather: This is the highest quality you can find. It's made from the top layer of the animal and has not been sanded or buffed to remove any imperfections. As a result, this type of leather is natural, which gives it a unique look and feel and it's very likely to develop a unique patina over time. 

b) Top grain leather: This is a lower quaility than full grain but is still considered a good quality. This leather has been buffed and sanded to remove imperfections and as a result the leather looks very even and very soft to the touch. 

c) Bonded leather: This is the lowest quality of them all. Is not natural leather as it can be leather skin mixed with polyurethane or latex to give it a "perfect" or plastic look on the surface. Is not very durable and it's not breathable which will make it crack in no time. 

2. Leather belts's fit

Here are some steps you can take to get the best fit for your belt: 

a) Measure your waist: The most important factor in determining the right size belt is getting the right waist measurement. Use a tape measure to get an accurate measurement of your waist at the point where you plan to wear the belt.

b) Width of the belt: The width of the belt should be proportionate to the width of the belt loops on your pants or trousers. A belt that is too wide or too thin can look out of place. Standard widths for men's belts are 1 1/4 inches and 1 1/2 inches, and for women's belts, it's around 1 inch.

c) Find the right length: When choosing a belt, you will want to select one that is the right length for you. To find the right length, add 2 inches to your waist measurement. This will ensure that you have enough room to adjust the belt when you wear it.

d) Try the belt: If possible, try the belt on before purchasing it to ensure that it fits properly. Make sure you can comfortably fasten it on the middle hole or the hole you normally wear it on. A bad fit will make you uncomfortable when you are using the belt. For this reason, it is important to choose a leather belt that fits your waist well.

3. Style of the leather belt

You should know the style you have or want to wear with certain accessories like belts. Make sure you choose the right one according to the occasion you are wearing it. It's also very important that a leather belt reflects you style including the color and buckle design. 

4. Belt buckle

At first you should know the type of buckle you want to have, whether is a traditional one or one with more character. Modern and minimalist designs are trending but we know there's some of you outthere that likes to have a bit more edgy style. 

You also need to consider two things when choosing a belt buckle and those are: Size and material. Materials can be metal (brass, nickel, stainless steel, among others), plastic or even wood. To be honest, you will better choosing the metal ones since those are the most durable over time. 

Another thing to look for in a belt is the finishing. They can be brushed, polished, antiqued and matte. Also, they can be detachable, which means you can change the buckle of your belt to match your different styles with a single belt and give your outfit a formal, somber or playfull look.