The 15 Best Men's Belts to Wear With Jeans, Dress Pants, and Beyond

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The Best Belts for Pulling Your Look Together


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Nothing pulls together an outfit like a belt. No, seriously. A good belt not only secures your pants to your waist and prevents them from constantly running down your hips (so annoying!), but it also adds the perfect finishing touch to your look. It's truly the unsung hero of men's accessories.

Whether you're looking for a dress option to coordinate with your dress shoes, or want something you can pair with your jeans, there are tons of styles to choose from no matter your taste—from versatile designer picks, to polished statement-makers, to everything in between. Ahead, the 15 best belts to add to your closet now and wear forever.

Classic Wide Belt

Every man can use a no-frills, black leather dress belt they can wear with everything, and for that, you turn to Allen Edmonds. Nordstrom shoppers love it for its classic style, sleek buckle, and how well-made it is, with one writing, "I've been wearing these belts for over 25 years, and they are the best dress belts out there! This is right down the middle as traditional as it gets—doesn't go in-and-out of style and goes perfectly with any dress slack—elegant and classy."

Material: Leather

Size Range: 30-60

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nordstrom.com%2Fs%2F2936297&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Classic Wide Belt</p><p>nordstrom.com</p><p>$135.00</p>

'Signature Stripe' Keeper Leather Belt

Looking for a classic black belt, but craving something more? The rainbow keeper on this Paul Smith option adds a hint of interest to an otherwise understated style.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 28-40

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paulsmith.com%2Fus%2Fmen-s-black-leather-belt-with-signature-stripe-keeper-1&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>'Signature Stripe' Keeper Leather Belt</p><p>paulsmith.com</p><p>$195.00</p>

Tanner Leather Belt

A brown belt looks just as good with slacks and sports jacket as it does with jeans and sweater.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 32-46

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nordstrom.com%2Fs%2Ftanner-leather-belt%2F4625950&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Tanner Leather Belt</p><p>nordstrom.com</p><p>$150.00</p>

Italian Leather Dress Belt

Goes with everything? Check. Crafted from premium leather? Check. Reasonably priced? Check. This belt certainly ticks all our boxes.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 30-42

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jcrew.com%2Fp%2FE3145&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Italian Leather Dress Belt</p><p>jcrew.com</p><p>$49.50</p>

3.5cm Suede Belt

Not too dressy, not too casual, this supple forest green belt offers the Goldilocks "just right" balance. imagine how chic it'll look with white linen pants in the summer!

Material: Suede

Size Range: 85EU-110EU

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mrporter.com%2Fen-us%2Fmens%2Fproduct%2Floro-piana%2Faccessories%2Fleather-belts%2F35cm-suede-belt%2F1647597310445340&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>3.5cm Suede Belt</p><p>mrporter.com</p><p>$595.00</p>

3cm Woven Leather Belt

Keep it casual, but never boring, with a chocolate braided belt courtesy of Anderson's.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 75EU-105EU

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mrporter.com%2Fen-us%2Fmens%2Fproduct%2Fanderson-s%2Faccessories%2Fleather-belts%2F3cm-woven-leather-belt%2F1647597326983647&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>3cm Woven Leather Belt</p><p>mrporter.com</p><p>$210.00</p>

Reversible Leather Belt

For the gent who can’t resist a logo, this Salvatore Feragamo dress belt will serve you well.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 30-46

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nordstrom.com%2Fs%2F4566004&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Reversible Leather Belt </p><p>nordstrom.com</p><p>$550.00</p>

Cestello Reversible Leather Belt

Why buy two separate belts when you get 2-in-1 in this Il Bisonte option? Brown on one side, black on the other.

Material: Leather

Size Range: One size

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.saksfifthavenue.com%2Fproduct%2Fil-bisonte-cestello-reversible-leather-belt-0400019960971.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Cestello Reversible Leather Belt</p><p>saksfifthavenue.com</p><p>$175.00</p>

Cintura Intrecciato Leather Belt

For a belt that makes an impact without the flash, a belt with Bottega's iconic Intrecciato weaving is the move.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 32-46

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bergdorfgoodman.com%2Fp%2Fbottega-veneta-mens-cintura-intrecciato-leather-belt-prod153150235&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Cintura Intrecciato Leather Belt</p><p>bergdorfgoodman.com</p><p>$720.00</p>

Reversible Leather Belt

A grained leather belt is a great everyday, everywhere option, but why not veer away from the usual black or brown to something like navy?

Material: Leather

Size Range: 32-44

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paulstuart.com%2Fmens%2Faccessories%2Fbelts%2Freversible-leather-belt%2F6192580-N410.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Reversible Leather Belt</p><p>paulstuart.com</p><p>$350.00</p>

Men's Grained Leather Belt

There are dress belts, and then there are Santoni leather dress belts, which are made from the highest quality of grained leather and finished with a sleek rectangular buckle. Perfect for the guy who values exceptional craftsmanship.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 32-44

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bergdorfgoodman.com%2Fp%2Fsantoni-mens-grained-leather-belt-prod176340187&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Men's Grained Leather Belt</p><p>bergdorfgoodman.com</p><p>$360.00</p>

Anderson's Black Leather Western Belt

Whether he's a Yellowstone fan, or simply just a guy who appreciates western flair, a belt with and oversized buckle will add the perfect finishing touch to his casual looks.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 32-44

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.toddsnyder.com%2Fproducts%2Fandersons-leather-western-belt-in-black-black&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Anderson's Black Leather Western Belt</p><p>toddsnyder.com</p><p>$195.00</p>

3.5cm Leather-Trimmed Woven Elastic Belt

Not only will Anderson's multi-colored woven belt add a pop of color to your waist, but its bendy, elastic construction makes it suitable for travel since it won't crease or lose its shape in your suitcase.

Material: Elastic/leather

Size Range: 75EU-105EU

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mrporter.com%2Fen-us%2Fmens%2Fproduct%2Fanderson-s%2Faccessories%2Ffabric-belts%2F35cm-leather-trimmed-woven-elastic-belt%2F1647597322497470&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>3.5cm Leather-Trimmed Woven Elastic Belt</p><p>mrporter.com</p><p>$175.00</p>

Men's Leather Embossed Belt

A foolproof way to add texture to your suit? With a croc-embossed belt, of course.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 30-44

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brooksbrothers.com%2Fleather-embossed-belt%2FMV00340.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Men's Leather Embossed Belt</p><p>brooksbrothers.com</p><p>$128.00</p>

Men's Knotted Leather Belt

Sometimes the best styles are unexpected, such as a thin leather belt with a knotted detail finish.

Material: Leather

Size Range: 34-42

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bergdorfgoodman.com%2Fp%2Fthe-row-mens-knotted-leather-belt-prod178630099&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fstyle%2Fmens-fashion%2Fg46415106%2Fbest-belts-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Men's Knotted Leather Belt</p><p>bergdorfgoodman.com</p><p>$520.00</p>

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