How to Pair Belts & Shoes (and Your Metal Accessories)

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- Script: Teresa C. Schneider & Sven Raphael Schneider
- Camera: Teresa C. Schneider
- Editing: Chris Dummer
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Using different colors, patterns, and textures are important parts of creating an outfit that looks great when paired together. Certain continuity of different elements on your outfit will help you
look always well put together and interesting at the same time. Managing your different accents in your outfit is a sign of style mastery. The good thing is, it’s easy to learn.
→ The Pre-requisites:
0:00 It's not as easy as you might think
01:25 Putting your garments together
01:33 Choosing your soft accessories
→ Pairing shoes, leather, and metal accessories
02:08 Leather colors
03:43 Leather textures
06:28 Metal colors
10:49: Outfit Rundown
Distinguished gentlemen can benefit from the smart techniques of matching shoes with a proper belt and other accessories to create a harmonious, dapper look. And because belts are the larger, more prominent leather and metal accessory in an outfit, investing in a versatile and modular collection can greatly improve your whole appearance, in a cost-effective way in the long run.

[@vizvaz2656]

I own one suit, one par of dress shoes and have worn them twice durring past 4years. I work in construction so events that require such style and etiquette pop up very sendomly. But I have been following this channel for about two years and have enjoyed every video, learned a lot of things and implemented them in my own way. Believe it or not the same rules about fabrics and matching metals and accessories apply to every style if you want to look good. I have matching workbooks, workbelt and a watch strap. Thanks for the tips and best of luck.

[@danlay3126]

Here here blue collar brother! I have a white collar wardrobe I can wear once every three months or so since I dont go out very often. I wear workwear 7 days a week but try to mix smart casual pieces into supermarket runs, businesses casual into shopping trips, etc. My advice would be to budget for wardrobe investment purchases, then to slowly integrate it into your wardrobe.

[@briannawilliams7370]

Wow you are a real mans man who has a mans job and dresses as one so refreshing your comment and a nice break from the dandies who are KZbin style and fashion “experts” and flock to this channel. Cheers to you my friend you are a rarity among these sad excuses of men who have nothing better to talk about than pocket squares and suit lapels and would be disgusted by the thought of having to do an honest and hard days work of manual labor.

[@edgarcmtz]

Brianna Williams imagine thinking you are a superior human because you don’t have a desk job 😂😂😂

[@archismarathe1589]

Workbooks? Lol I think you mean work boots

[@whyamihere3520]

A video about more modern day suits and how to stand out of the crowd but nothing too flashy so you look odd would be amazing videos! Keep up the good work

[@Jayjee762]

A video on items you’d recommend from amazon might be interesting

[@gentlemansgazette]

That might be interesting. It is becoming increasingly difficult though as there are so many fake products on amazon these days

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Gentleman's Gazette That is SO true. I’ve noticed Ive been buying less from Amazon every year.

[@Jayjee762]

Gentleman's Gazette that’s why I think a guide of sorts would be helpful :)

[@mann8557]

Gentleman's Gazette As someone who usually doesn’t have a lot to spend on my classic wardrobe, a guide to good amazon brands would be much appreciated.

[@gentlemansgazette]

@@mann8557 I would not shop for clothes on Amazon at all. The quality and style is not classic. But even if you are on a tight. Budget you can dress well online. Stay tuned for a video series coming up soon

[@TomMcMorrow]

I'm so glad this came out! As a 31 waist, I find belts at thrift stores very difficult to shop for! But I am a fan of this concept for sure. I have a pair of the Ace Marks woven summer slipper coming in that I think would pair well with white chinos and a woven leather belt and perhaps a light pink shirt. *chef's kiss* Muah! So thank you for this video, I always enjoy learning more about my hobby of men's fashion!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Yep. if you are in between belt sizes having the perfect fit is something you will appreciate.

[@AlpcanAras]

As a 31 waist too, I try to buy belts that have little screws to fix the belt to the buckle. Many brands in my country (Turkey) produce belts this way and it is possible to unscrew-cut-rescrew to the size. So if you find a belt that you like, you may check whether if it’s suitable for alterations.

[@thehighdiveSD]

More "Is It Worth It?", please.

[@shanekamal5645]

I love it when he says "Dapper"

[@countalma9800]

All the outfits you're wearing in this video look amazing!

[@nailakhan2876]

Simple solution: wear suspenders Also could you start selling suspenders at Fort Belvedere, as it is hard to find good quality clip on suspenders.

[@slisyd]

i love accessories and belts are amazing for dressy and casual.

[@Qwourtz]

Your outfits are always beautiful, but this video in particular amazing. Your garments are my style endgame.

[@elliottmallin4410]

Hello! I’m a big fan of the channel. I was hoping you could do a video one day about wearing gold tone metals in office appropriate suiting! thanks!

[@blackwood3243]

That is fantastic that you are selling high quality belts now, it is so hard to find a belt that fits properly and is high quality. Personal I prefer side tabs with no belt loops on my trousers so I don't have to wear a belt, unfortunately not many trousers have that unless you have something made Bespoke.

[@AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive]

50 Shades of Brown 💪😄

[@krunoslavkovacec1842]

Nice video. You always know the right topics.

[@johanjohansen7572]

Nice classic outfit, dapper trousers

[@root9065]

Thank you for this, so many people don't get this aspect. I always felt like I'm going to ridiculous lengths to match my shoes and belt but I'm happy to hear I'm not entirely crazy lol.

[@drkrik4985]

Love this video! Would like to see more videos of this type

[@mattrankin5710]

I can't tell you how happy I was to see the Fort Belvedere belt system, I was JUST about to drop some dough on another brand but I like the buckles here a lot better, around the same topic, I haven't been able to find a video guide to the varieties of trousers and dress pants as a whole, if it doesn't already exist I think it might be a good idea for a future video

[@chiranjeevsingh9506]

You got style man. I love watching you. I don't clearly remember what u said but you were looking so good. 💓

[@SuperBullyone]

I do that, the shoes, belt and watch band should match.nice video. thanks for sharing.

[@LifeProducersofNewJerseyLLC]

The best video of all of them. Thanks guys.

[@stevedapirate5]

Super excited you made these belts

[@jplmno2qr7s]

Love your channel, thank you for all the great information, please keep up the great work. Thank you and God bless.

[@duybankai]

This is why I cut my losses and invest in pants with side adjuster. One less thing to worry about.

[@AzeOfSpadez]

That's a loser's train of thought!

[@leonelsonclementi3905]

And that's a sign of custom garments, really like it with a suspenders.

[@briannawilliams7370]

Yes Rosie O’Donnell loves those too!

[@slisyd]

accessories my friend you look much better in my opinion with a belt on.

[@timcorrell9863]

I wear suspenders for this reason. All white suspenders are best if, like me, you swear by white solid shirts with matching collars and cuffs.

[@Herrenkaste]

Very educational, as always. Thanks guys.

[@glo_me666]

It would be wonderful if you can create a combo; for example, selecting 3 buckles and 2 belts for certain price. Excellent video, by the way. I am glad you came out with that wonderful idea, keeping quality always in mind. I hope these belts can sell fast. 😊

[@msilverz]

Excellent! Please offer rose gold belt buckles to match my accessories (including Fort Belvedere rose gold cufflinks)!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Will do.

[@briannawilliams7370]

Rose gold is for ladies

[@ravipeiris4388]

I wasn't aware of the belt buckle options, so I will go to your store and purchase a few, thank you for producing those........decades overdue, you would think, Ravi Peiris M.D.

[@fidekapaw8627]

Super excited you made these belts😎

[@stevenjonathansj]

this is so cool I feel like a kingsman

[@mrbigcock69]

Nice video!!!! I always strugle with belts and stuff

[@briannawilliams7370]

Lose some weight and you’ll struggle less

[@leonardorechsteiner5429]

Oh, man... If there's one video that will send down a rabbit hole it's this one hahahahah Nonetheless, great video! It clarified a lot of questions I had...

[@amadejpesko]

Really useful video. Great.

[@naveedboda8910]

Great very helpful video

[@m.k.v.g.7203]

My first thought was: I am wearing braces. My second thought was: leather loops havf to match. Congratulations on the belt system, great idea!

[@bobvanbutselaar]

No punching below the belt, the other person may buckle. Indeed, what a belter!

[@MehdiScent]

Great content 🤜🤛👍👍👍

[@dillonjeffares4434]

Great video and an often overlooked topic, but always the sign of a well dressed gentleman.

[@vihaandoesthings6290]

You could make a patreon account would be a good idea, like for $1 a month patrons can vote on topics.

[@robertthorn9560]

Watch your gig line!

[@yaboibradautry]

So glad I bought the matching belt to my cowboy boots. Whewwww!!! Lol

[@PhanStealth]

Greetings! What are your thoughts on braided leather belts vs solid-surface and textured leather belts on casual, business casual, and semi-formal wear? Any chance you and Preston can do a video that explains this in good detail?

[@josevalerianocristinaalves2590]

Está roupa é fantástica.

[@husnainakram1476]

Good video

[@ephjaymusic]

He's approaching 1m subscribers!!! At long last!!!

[@oxysoxos]

Wearing a tie as a belt. Never heard of that. But will give it a try. Might be a great way to put some old ties to good use again...

[@leonelsonclementi3905]

After watching a video about belts,I really look forward to watch another video about suspenders.

[@Hyacinthhh]

Could you do a video of calling cards/business cards and other stationery?

[@ipektanrica9029]

YESSSS AS A FEMALE I AM VERY ATTRACTED TO IT 😍

[@ssonicoson]

Ich muss sagen das sie einen echt coolen Kanal haben

[@fightingfalcon5694]

What is the make of first rectangular watch shown on black strap? Is it JLC?

[@connorism69]

Sven, you need some purple in that leather collection! :P

[@davisantos3431]

Great video, Raphael. But what about the times when matching is not an option at all. Green and blue belts are very difficult to find, for example, and watch straps are even harder. And what about leather jackets? Should they be the same color as well? Cheers!

[@05Rudey]

When I wear a suit, I like to have black leather (Shoes, belt, watch strap) with silver metal (Belt buckle, Tie pin, cufflinks) with the exception of a Gold watch on a black leather strap and a Gold Ring. I tried changing all the metal to gold but I much prefer it to be silver. Not sure if that's breaking a style rule.

[@Checkmate9moves]

I had to watch this 8 times just to be sure Sven doesn't see me out in the street and call me a peasant.

[@micheljeanlitetdit994]

Interesting video. Thanks. One question... you wear a tweed jacket and cotton trousers.... one is winter, the other summery style.... is there something to consider in matching both or could we just do it whitout questions?

[@TomSchmitzLP]

So I just purchased an all black Citizen dress watch. Gorgeous watch, black metal band, black metal case. With a suit, would I then need a black belt buckle? That seems off...Would this be an exception to the metal matching rule? If so, what color belt buckle would you recommend? Any other thoughts?

[@steampunk888]

Complementary colors are a better alternative than trying an exact match, with the obvious exception of black.

[@AerielFerguson]

Ik this vid is tailored to men but these are helpful to me as a woman too.....same principles apply to leather sandals belts watches and jewellry

[@kristiandillon3614]

Wouldn't metal matching be easier if you tried to stick to one metal generally? For example, I personally like silver more than gold or rose gold. Could you do a video about the different metals/metal colors in menswear?

[@the_9ent]

2:52 May I ask what timepiece that is? It’s very elegant.

[@TheWeardale1]

I've just bought some loake tan boots and a matching loake james belt but been unable to wear them out due to the lockdown :(

[@kusalahind4353]

What’s the gold watch in the thumbnail?

[@mcheeb8256]

I have a 27 inch waist, so the only belt I have is a black leather belt with removable buckle. I had to saw the belt short, as I conceal carry and it's nearly impossible to find any belts in my size, let alone a belt sturdy enough to secure a holster concealed under a tucked shirt

[@slisyd]

I never went for Anson because of a few reviews from people i trust saying the quality is average but now that GG made some belts i will have to get a couple colors and buckles because its a brand i can trust without seeing reviews.

[@dhanupuppala1059]

Hello there I just had a question , I'm looking to buy a tan leather satchel bag , would I be able to combine the tan bag with dark brown or black leather shoes and belts or would that not be possible?

[@AdamWHasNoFriends]

I've never been a big fan of belts. One of the first things I learned to sew was removing the belt loops from pants. Less to think about when putting together an outfit.

[@mattaztec]

My glasses have gold on them...should i try to match the metals in the belt i wonder?

[@Wolfesgrin]

Does same rule apply for suspenders?

[@thomasjaggi3291]

We need those in suede to pair it with the chukkas. I hope, you will have a lot of success with the belts! And by the way... will you have some 7-fold-ties in the near future?

[@lawden210]

In his "Hallmarks of a quality tie" video, he said 7-fold are not better than 3-fold ties

[@benbeckworth3732]

Do you know about or have opinions on Anson Belts?

[@gentlemansgazette]

I know the people who run the company, I like them and they are nice. I am not a fan of their belts, which is why I created my own. Their normal belts are the made in China ones with the zamac buckles I would never wear. They did launch a higher end belt line of Italian leather belts that are also made in China. They were nice than their normal ones, but still not something I am interested in. Also, they use the ratchet system, and I am simply not a fan of it. I can always tell if it is a ratchet belt and I have yet to see a well-dressed, elegant person with a ratchet belt... I have also never found that I needed a ratchet system to keep my pants in place. It's one of those solutions for a problem that does not really exist in my opinion.

[@carltrotter7622]

Thank you for the video, my only question is what do your wife and kids think of you laying out all these accessories in the hallway? Pleasant greetings from Scotland! P.S. In your video on suit anatomy, we saw terminology for different features of the jacket but I've been wondering, what is the name for those back 'vents' or 'openings' on your grey 3 piece suit?

[@nicolasmorillo5328]

It was an "action back" with "shooting pleats"

[@spaghettiking7312]

3:15 I actually thought that black belt with the brown shoes looked decent, because the belt blended in with the pants, and the shoes were so clearly different that matching wasn't intended. My mindset is that going with different leathers is fine, just make it clear that you weren't trying to match things that look close but not the same.

[@luckyproduction4580]

Ich hätte da mal eine Frage. Mein zukünftiger Arbeitgeber hat einen casual friday wo es den Leuten gestattet ist in einem more casual look zu erscheinen. In der kleiderordnung ist nun angeben "Leder sneaker" kannst du mir ein beispiel dafür nennen ? Als denkst du zum Beispiel air force 1 wären okey ? Oder würdest du so etwas niemals tun?

[@BeachPleased]

Is it okay, to wear a Blue Leather Dress Watch with Brown or Tan Leather Belt and Shoes?

[@stevencrane2004]

Raphael, I wear braces more often, is that necessary to match the colour of the braces’ leather and the colour of the shoes too? Thanks. 🙏

[@hugomlpaixao]

It's a good idea, but if they don't match exactly it doesn't really matter because braces are further away from your shoes than a belt.

[@gentlemansgazette]

No, you do not have to match it. Forexample you can have white leather for your braces. Of course if the leather is visible, matching the leather color cannot hurt.

[@spaghettiking7312]

This video sums up why I don't wear watches or belts. I wear pocket watches and suspenders. And you know what the colour of the leather of my suspender tabs are? White. That way, I can wear black, brown, burgundy, etcetera and they all work.

[@fightingfalcon5694]

Can anyone tell me what make is the black rectangular watch please?

[@BBS_Robski]

Sven, what colour would you describe your jacket at 6:09 ?

[@mann8557]

I’d say that jacket is a medium olive green. It’s a great color for sport coats and more casual styled suits.

[@jacklau89]

All of my suits and even odd trousers are bespoke that came with side adjusters and suspender buttons, thus as much as I endore these Fort Belvedere’s belt, there is little reason for me to purchase them :( Perhaps, in one day, I’ll get them for my causal (aka low quality rtw) chinos.....

[@alphameetpatel]

✌

[@eveliinatistelgren172]

But Rafael, you live in 'Murica now! Will you come up with a belt we can carry dat thang with? pew 🔫

[@qarhsi]

here is the thing. it is hardly possible to choose the colour of buckles in the monk strap shoes. most come with silver buckles. i like wearing gold/rose gold in general. but i can't do anything about the silver buckles of my monks....

[@oxysoxos]

Is it actually O.K. to wear brown leather accessories like shoes or a belt with black or grey pants or even a black suit?

[@fishwigy]

My waist size fluctuates between 24-27 so most belts don't actually fit until I cut them. I prefer suspenders.

[@trizzi4008]

Hello fellow shoe enthusiasts. I have a question regarding an interesting pair of shoes I found online. They are from a brand called Tresham Shoemakers, they are goodyear welted (or so they say on the sole, although, from pictures, that is very likely to be true). They are a burgundy full brogue oxford, in a wide last. The insole also states that they are Made in England. They are currently marketed at a very low price on a vintage website. Has anyone heard of this shoe brand? I personally cannot find any bit of information online, aside from an old ebay listing.

[@j.ruijter70]

noice

[@rabignall]

Love this video. However, all the clothes you were trying on. All seemed to be quite wrinkled. Is this something new?

[@gentlemansgazette]

It's the lights. Even if you iron something like a shirt, it may look fine in person but on camera it looks more wrinkly.

[@idxlb3744]

Gentleman's Gazette. Mmmm. Interesting. Kirby never appears quite so dishevelled. Yes, it must be the lighting, that, or the ill fitting secondhand clothes.

[@valasarius]

I mostly wear 3 Peace Suits, so i rarely ever wear a belt

[@timcorrell9863]

I only wear three piece suits, so I always wear suspenders and never a belt.

[@PiranhaJaw22]

For Preston's next video: Are Idioms Ruining Your Credibility

[@I..cast..fireball]

oompa loompa cam is funny.

[@sniffadoghq]

I can appreciate you may not smoke but a video suggestion how to smoke cigars for gentleman please?

[@JuanGM13]

Dapper

[@kaijin889]

And what abut beard style that fits with the suite

[@jdishmael001]

But lets talk about those EXTREMELY wrinkled slacks

[@desmondding7405]

The best way is to skip the belt and go with side adjustments or braces. If i have to where a belt, I like the micro adjustment belt buckles a lot, they adjust quite well. Btw, Raphael, I think you can up your shoe game a bit more now. Frankly, those Ace Marks aren’t very well made or aesthetically pleasing comparing some better shoemakers at a similar price range.

[@sallysbananenrepublik3740]

I also pair my shoes and my belt with my wallet^^

[@Danielxulu]

Although it’s great, but I just can’t afford to buy one.😅

[@Javi_C]

:)

[@Maysbanna]

The pants in 2:24 need steaming

[@massy1943]

I don't see matching leather and accessories is a big deal