The Edit – Statement Belts

Unlike women who can make statements with an endless array of accessories, hair styles and hand bags, men don’t really have much they can make their mark with, that is unless they dress like they have just walked off the Milan catwalk.

In our view there are two ways a man can subtly stand apart from the crowd, by his shoes and his belt. There is an old saying that you can always tell a man by his shoes, and we think this is the same for belts. It pays to invest and quality and if they are looked after properly, they will last a lifetime.

By introducing a colourful and stylish belt into your outfit, you are instantly projecting a sense of fun and confidence, however you must remember to wear them with the right clothing. Wearing a bright red belt with a black suit, won’t look good, instead you will end up looking like a member of a heavy metal band.

The Journal picks it’s top four statement belts this season.

ANDERSON’S – ELASTICATED WOVEN BELT

Anderson’s is a brand that continues to go from strength to strength. This collection of solid coloured staples has the same attention to detail from it’s previous collections. This bright green woven belt trimmed in brown leather looks great with jeans, and when paired with a classic white shirt and a navy blazer, a sophisticated smart casual look is created. £60 mrporter.com

SMART TURNOUT – HOUSEHOLD DIVISION WEBBING BELT

From the all British brand, Smart Turnout, comes this great take on the webbing belt in the iconic household colours. Smart Turnout is influenced by British tradition and craftsmanship and uses the great colours of the British armed forces to create quirky and stylish pieces. Wear casually with a pair of white converses, navy straight cut chinos and a classic cut polo shirt. Available for £49 on Young Thread. youngthread.com

JD SOLIS – HAVANA

‘Polo’ is the first line of accessories from JD Solis. Inspired by the great and glamorous sport, they have combined leather with coloured woven rope to create a bright and fun accessory, that will no doubt get everyone talking. Wear with a pair of classic slim fit chinos and a plain white shirt. At £29 this is definitely a bargain. jdsolis.com

FOLK – TAYLOR LEATHER-TRIMMED WOVEN BELT

Folk is the label that specializes in sourcing the finest materials and this textured belt is no different, the multicolored woven fabric combined with the light brown leather gives this piece a quality feel. When worn with a denim shirt and a pair of beige chinos, it completes a stylish and effortless look. £65 mrporter.com