The Best Mens Belts for Jeans - A Guide to Choosing the Right Belt

When you buy a pair of jeans, do you ever think about what type of belt to wear with them? The right jeans belt can completely change your outfit - it's a little detail that has a big impact. There are many different types of belts that go well with jeans and when choosing one for yourself, there are several things to pay attention to. This guide will give you tips on what types of men's belts work best with jeans, what color options there are, and how to pick a belt that matches your style.

What types of belts should I wear with jeans?

Men's belts for jeans come in a variety of colors, widths, and styles. The type you wear will really depend on your personal style - is it classic or trendy? Typically, jeans look best with casual belts in a 1.5" width. The leather used is thicker and wider than what you would find in a dress belt, but is still offer a comfortable fit for everyday use. Search for something made with a single piece of vegetable-tanned leather - higher quality materials like this age the better than canvas belts or nylon belts.

Our favorite casual belt to wear with jeans is made with distressed leather. Distressed grey belts are versatile fashion belts that look great with jeans. The leather's rugged style can be paired with any color denim, and you can even get away with wearing it for a more business casual occasion. Our distressed leather is thick and durable with a unique texture that wears better over time than suede belts do.

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What color belt do you wear with jeans?

The casual belt you wear with your jeans is important; it's not just for holding up your pants. It can set the tone and color scheme of an outfit, so choose a leather color that compliments it and makes everything around it look better. Graphic belts and vibrant colors can be great with a specific outfit, but might not be as versatile. If you're not sure, the most popular colors for leather belts are black, brown, and grey.

Man wearing modern mens leather work belt in the city. Wear our casual belts to work with dark denim jeans!

Black Belts

Black leather belts are the most popular men's belt by far. They go great with just about any outfit but work especially well with a pair of dark denim or blue jeans and sneakers.

Depending on the belt buckle you choose, black belts can be worn as a dress belt with business attire and other formal outfits. If you're the type of guy that needs to look like he's ready to go into a boardroom at any moment, black leather is the way to go.

Our go-to black leather belt is the Satin Gunmetal Dial because of its non-traditional shape and bright finish. It makes a statement without stealing the show and is a small and comfortable enough to wear all day, no matter your waist size.

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sundial on brown leather is one of our favorite casual belts for jeans. style it with shorts and a tshirt for summer.

Brown Belts

Brown leather belts are a great alternative to black belts. They are less formal than a black belt but still look good with lighter denim or slacks for men who want something more casual. We recommend wearing brown belts with light gray jeans, tan or khaki pants, and beige chinos.

These men's belts for jeans pair well with the lighter colors in your closet like pink, green, or navy blue. They can also work well as dress belts in certain outfits if you're not looking for the formality that comes from wearing all-black attire.

The distressed gunmetal Sundial belt buckle on Brown Leather is an eye-catching casual belt. It's made with durable full-grain leather that can stand up to the abuses of daily wear. Plus, it has a really cool way of opening: pull the trigger on the top back to unlock it.

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Fractal belt buckle on high quality leather belt strap. Click button to open. Cyberpunk belt design. Kickstarter project

Grey Belts

Grey leather belts are definitely trending and are one of our bestselling belts for men right now. It is a more uncommon color belt that can be dressed up or down to keep your outfit looking sleek and polished from the office to the weekend. They look awesome when paired with black or faded grey jeans and a simple t-shirt.

We make two different types of belts with grey leather - a limited edition soft slate grey or our ultra distressed grey rough rider. We like grey leather as an accent color or when your outfit needs a little more refinement and sophistication.

The grey distressed leather has a unique texture similar to a suede belt, but wears incredibly well with time. These grey leather belts for jeans are a great option to wear with a casual outfit. Our bestselling mens belts for jeans are the Stone Fractal Belts.

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How to choose the best belt to match your style

Choosing the right casual belt can be overwhelming when there are so many belt styles to pick from. It's about more than just keeping your pants up. A great belt is an expression of your personal style and can signal who you are as an individual. Ask yourself - do you want your outfit to say "I'm chill and free-spirited" or "I'm classy and refined"?

Casual Belts for Jeans

If you live in jeans and a t-shirt, go with a quality belt that makes a statement ties your whole outfit together. Search for a belt buckle with a distressed gun metal or brass finish on black or brown leather to match the distressed texture of your favorite jeans. These styles of buckles also work great for ccw belts.

→ Our top pick for Casual Men's Belts: the Outlaw Belt

Refined Men's Belts

If you're after a more sophisticated look, your best option is a silver-colored belt buckle in a satin or polished finish on black or smooth grey leather. These men's belts add a clean and crisp look to your outfit, perfect for a night out on the town or to wear to the office, or even with a school uniform for teenagers. Buckles with a smooth shape and modern lines will pull together your outfit to make the exact statement you want.

→ Our top pick for Refined Belts: the Space Dial Belt

An Edgy Casual Belt

If you lean towards a more avant-garde or edgy style with your clothing, look for belt buckles in alternative shapes and colors on black or grey distressed leather. The belt buckle should contrast slightly with your clothing and accessories so it stands out.

→ Our top pick for Edgy Belts: the Fractal 2.0 Belts

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Don't let anything stand between you and the perfect belt for your jeans

Now that you know how to find the best mens belt for jeans, head over to our store to browse through all of our casual leather belts and pick out the right items for you. All of our products are handmade to order and available in custom sizes so you never have to worry about finding the right fit for your waist size. We offer fast, free shipping on US orders over $100.

If you're not ready yet to try out one of our leather belts for jeans, no worries! Subscribe to our newsletter with your email to receive product updates when we launch new men's belts or be the first to hear about a sale.

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