This belt doesn’t look like much because it’s very basic, but it’s a cut above the rest. I have one in black and brown, and they are extremely soft, lightweight and lie very flat against the midsection. Classic and versatile. Substance without the bulk, and robust too. Sufficiently wide to wear with jeans, and the brass hardware is subtle. No wonder it’s a repeat style from Madewell.

A simple jeans and trouser belt that is extremely soft and lightweight. It lies very flat against the waist. The gold metal buckle is subtle. All the colours are nice. I bought the black to match my new floral oxfords.

The burgundy is darker in person. Well made and amazingly unique amidst a sea of skinny neutral belts. It perfectly complements my new Bordeaux booties - so it followed me home. Size down a size.