Big Mens Belts

Shopping for big men's belts can be fairly difficult sometimes, but it isn't impossible. Read on for some tips on how to make your belt buying experience both simple and conscious of fashion.

Ask most guys if they need a new belt, and they'll probably say that they don't. Yet, if you closely examine the one that they are wearing, it is likely a belt that they've been wearing for the past fifteen years, with extra holes punched into it as their waist size increased proportionally with their age. The truth is, searching through stores that carry big men's belts, and finding one that is appropriate for your size and outfit, will not only make you look good, but it will also make you feel good.

Most men gain weight in their midsection. Because of this, the first accessory that interferes with that weight gain is the belt. Slowly, men use the next notch in the belt, or they allow the current hole to stretch and warp. Other men simply keep wearing the same belt, and the same hole. There are very serious negative health effects caused by wearing a belt that is too tight.

Negative health effects of wearing a tight belt:

• Increases abdominal pressure, making it difficult for gas and food to move through the abdomen normally
• Stomach acid backs up, causing acid reflux (heartburn)
• Creates stomach discomfort (aching) and bowel discomfort

The solution for good health is simple. Make sure you are wearing the right belt that fits your true waist size.

Throw out your old belt, and plan on buying two or three new ones. Why do you need several belts? You should have more than one belt because different belts are appropriate for different outfits. For example, a belt that goes with jeans doesn't necessarily work with shorts, or with dress pants. You might love your braided leather belt that looks great with khaki pants, but it wouldn't look appropriate with black dress slacks.

In order to size your new belts, when you are trying them on in the store, don't just choose the belt based on the size marked on the tag. Sizes vary from store to store. Actually try on the belt and make sure that the belt fits well when it is buckled in the middle. Also, "fit right" means that you can easily slide your fingers under the belt without any "squeeze."

This is where most guys have the greatest difficulty. However, a few simple rules of style apply, and you can easily remember them while you are shopping.

1. Dress Belts Do Not Go With Jeans: Many men wear black dress belts with blue jeans, but this is a fashion mistake. The belt you wear with informal pants (such as jeans or loose khaki pants) should also be informal and low-gloss.
2. Shorts Require Very Informal Belts: Many men's shorts are actually sold in the store with this accessory attached in the form of a ribbon belt. If not, pick up a simple cotton belt (the kind with the O-ring buckle) for the most laid-back style.
3. Dress Belts Should Match Dress Shoes!: Women out there are very likely laughing at this advice. This is a basic fashion tip that women learn at a very young age. Unfortunately, all men learn is one-size-fits-all. The fashion-conscious man, however, will buy the color belt that matches the color of dress shoes he owns. If you have both black and brown dress shoes, then pick up a dress belt of each color. Make sure the color matches perfectly.

One of the most common complaints from people who require larger sizes is that the retail stores often don't carry their sizes. Most shoppers end up doing their shopping for clothes online. Men often do have local "Big and Tall" stores to choose from in the local area, but in remote locations this isn't always the case. The following online stores are focused on serving the special niche of customers who require larger sizes.

• Tall.com: Select your belt size. Sizes go all the way up to 66 waist (with an extra charge for the largest sizes.)
• Davis' Big and Tall Men's Store: There is a great variety of belt styles at Davis', including strap leather, woven leather, antique leather, and much more. Davis' offers free shipping for any orders over $150.
• The Belt Outlet: This outlet provides large-sized belts at reasonable prices.
• Big Tall Direct: This is an impressive store to shop for big and tall men's clothing. This is one of the few stores that provide belt sizes all the way up to 80.

Yes, as a guy, you pride yourself on your ability to walk in and out of a clothing store in five minutes with what you wanted. But when it comes to a belt that won't harm your health, it will serve you well to take a few extra moments to make sure to try them on first. Make sure the belts fit, and that you have enough of them to match the colors and styles of the clothing that you own. And most importantly, throw away that old leather thing you've been wearing for the last decade.

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