Belts can be overlooked but are crucial to finishing your outfit. Enjoy this guide from Purple Eagle, Dress Sense Agency for Men. www.purpleeagle.net

1. Belts to Complete Your Outfit By Purple Eagle, Dress Sense Agency for Men

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6. buckleDunhill Aim to add a touch of class with your belt choice.

7. Reversible Belts Reversible belts are a good option for the man who travels light. Practical. Useful. Stick to black and brown only. Avoid colours. Hermes

8. Matching Your belts Prada Match your belt with your shoes. Think about the metals on your shoes (buckles), belt and jewelry. They should match. Buckles will come in brushed or polished metals.

9. Caring for Your Belts Calf Leather: Use cream. Bridle Leather: Use neutral cream, not a wax. Suede and New Buck: Use scotch guard and a soft brush. Feed the leather every three months.Mulberry Leather products can be purchased from any good leather shop or shoemaker. Store belts in a cloth bag or roll with the buckle in the centre.

10. Purple Eagle Recommends Choose a rectangular or square buckle. Beware of seasonal or ‘fashion’ colours. Your belt must fit the loop of your trousers. Look to spend £100 upwards. If you need a belt altered, get a specialist to do it. Don’t do it yourself! Dunhill, Hermes, Mulberry, Pickett, Prada, New & Lingwood are reputable brands.

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