Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links.
The accessory is the easiest way to add a flourish to your fit. Mens Summer Belts
Belts: Not as common as one might think—but they should be. Belts keep your pants secure. They prevent the dreaded plumber's crack. And they can tie a whole look together or add a flourish. Seriously—even if your pants fit you perfectly, adding a belt to your look creates dimension and detail, and goes to make you look that much more put-together, intentional, and elevated. The beauty of the belt is that there are plentiful styles to choose from: Oversized embossed leather beauties with pronounced buckles, classic black and brown bridle leather styles for events with a dress code, a few suede options, some woven or Western pieces, and even some with clip closures.
Different strokes for different folks, right? At the end of the day, though, you do not want to be caught without a belt in a situation where you might need one, whether it's because your pants are too big or your outfit is too lackluster. When in doubt, just remember: you're better off with a belt, maybe even a few in the rotation (because I know you wouldn't dare to pair a brown leather belt with black leather shoes, or vice versa). Don't fret; just scroll. We have 27 of the best belt options below.
Need a belt to match your Timbs? This classic style comes in four colorways and will look especially great with a pair of 501s.
A belt from the Bean that's as reliable as the brand's famous duck boots.
Whether you need a black or a brown belt, Calvin Klein has you covered with their sleek, reversible leather option.
J.Crew knows how to do understated elegance like no other. This belt is simple, sure, but classy enough to make even denim look a little more chic.
A fan of monochrome? Look no further than Shinola belt, made of black bridle leather with matching matte black hardware.
A sleek belt to show 'em who's boss. Get it?
Amazon Essentials, per usual, has a sleek, dependable style at a price that's pretty tough to beat.
This genuine leather, five-hole belt is everything an everyday belt should be: Reliable, durable, and not too flashy.
With a minimalist buckle and sleek leather material, this is the belt that looks infallibly good. Plus, it only gets more ruggedly handsome over time, with a fabric designed to age perfectly for a vintage look.
The kind of belt that will make passersby search "Cool vintage belt" on their phones after seeing yours.
If you're looking for a timeless belt that you can wear over and over again, Olimpo has you covered. This has a luxurious look and feel, but it's affordable and versatile.
Modern, simple, and sleek, this two-in-one belt has Tom Ford's iconic logo against full-grain leather for an effortlessly elegant effect.
Reiss has a simple, classic—and classy—option that goes with all your fits, whether you want to wear a brown belt or a black one. Whether you're dressing up a tee and jeans or going full formal with a suit, there's no going wrong with this option.
Everyone's favorite denim brand makes a sick (and reversible!) belt to hold up the pants in question.
Montblanc excels at leather goods—their calfskin belt is no different.
A simple, timeless black leather belt that'll never go out of style. This one can be paired just as easily with a suit as it can with jeans.
Intrecciato leather in a woven style: This belt blends old and new Bottega seamlessly.
RRL continues to keep Western wear alive, offering styles—like this floral-pattern belt with a pronounced brass slider buckle—that'd garner compliments from real-life cowboys.
Affordable and stylish, this boho belt with silver hardware pairs perfectly with chinos and jeans all spring and summer long.
If you're going to add a designer belt to your wardrobe, let it be one that goes with nearly everything. Gray is the perfect color to do just that—and Gucci's iconic monogram is the perfect design to elevate any outfit.
The 20 Best Dress Socks to Elevate Any Formal Fit
20 Duffel Bags for Men That Can Haul It All
Jeremy Allen White Is Starting the Year Strong
17 of the Warmest Socks for Winter 2024
This Gold Rolex Daytona Is King of the Road
IWC's New High-Speed, High-Tech Chronographs
Cartier's Miami Exhibit Is an Ode to Watchmaking
The 32 Best Socks to Add to Your Regular Rotation
You Know What? Just Buy Them This G-Shock.
The 21 Best Wallets to Keep Your Cash & Cards Safe
21 Grown-Up Backpacks to Carry With Confidence
A Part of Hearst Digital Media
We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back.
Mens Elastic Belt ©2024 Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved.