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Belt measurement - from the edge without the buckle to the middle hole Belt measurement - from the edge without the buckle to the middle hole

How should I measure a belt? Here’s a guide to help you.


A leather belt you buy from me is measured as shown above - from the end without the buckle to the middle hole of the five.

Remember! You never measure with the buckle, because buckles vary in length.

If you already have a belt and want to tell me what size you need - give the measurement in cm from the end (the buckle side) to the hole you use most.

If you're still unsure, measure around your waist in the usual way, or around your hips, depending on the type of trousers you want to wear the belt with. Women often choose to measure around the waist. Many of my belts are marked in inches or come in a full length of 44 inches, which I trim and adjust to fit you.

Many people have belts that are too long - from the hole selected above I choose about 14 cm to the tip. The belt has five holes when you buy it - it is measured to the middle hole so you have some leeway in either direction. European standard widths are 35 mm for dress belts and 38 mm for jeans belts. Americans choose 30 mm and 38 mm.

Attached is a table of inches/cm

Inches CM
32 inches 81 cm
34 inches 86 cm
36 inches 91 cm
38 inches 96 cm
40 inches 101 cm
42 inches 106 cm
44 inches 111 cm

Here you can see a leather belt measured in inches.

Once you have found the right belt size, you can explore our men's leather belts and choose the material and style that suit you

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