Official Hermes Belt Thread

[Israeli_Flava]

Hermès size Waist circumference cm to in ... just measure your waist or where you want the belt to hit you... this info is on their website under the belt kits size guide link...
70cm - 27.5"
75cm - 29.5"
80cm - 31.5"
85cm - 33.5"
90cm - 35.4"
95cm - 37.4"
100cm - 39.4"
105cm - 41.3"
110cm - 43.3"
115cm - 45.3"
120cm - 47.2"

 

[elly_fong]

Lovely!!!

I'm not an expert in Hermes belts, but from my experience, I like Epsom and Togo for belts the most. They are more scratch and stain resistant in my opinion. They have some belts that are Epsom on both sides now which is nice (check out the men's 32 mm belt kits which also work well on women).

I have a Box calfskin version with Togo on the other side that is on the delicate side. Box leather is very smooth and polished so it shows scratches easily. I also have a Barenia version with Swift calfskin on the other side, and the Barenia is wonderful and can darken overtime as it develops a rich patina. It just may not end up being the same colour as when you first purchased it.

I didn't realize I place my buckle in the wrong direction until I look back my post. So embarrassing!

Thanks @averagejoe for the useful tips! I get to know a little more on the leather now

 

[myachillesheel]

I finally purchased my first Hermes belt. I bought this style for $960 including tax as I found that this one was the best looking at the store. Now, I have my own concern as I am not sure if this is a timeless model. I realized that they have been changing patterns on buckles on their stores and website, and my concern is that if this will only be a seasonal thing; I honestly am not looking to get one when new season comes. I bought a Hermes belt hoping that I can wear this for years without anyone seeing it as "old season" model. Do you think that Hermes buckles with patterns aside the original one are seasonal though? This is my first Hermes purchase so I am not sure if this works like other brands such as Gucci or SLP. The original plain H buckle does not look as great as this one IMO and looking at how many counterfeits have been around that style is not too appealing for me.



This is the Guillochee style buckle which I like a lot but being timeless is a priority for me. Any thoughts? Should I exchange this with the original plain H buckle instead?

 

[PJW5813]

The Guillochee finish has been available for many years - so no fears there
It is probably more resistant to minor scratches that the classic polished finish
Timeless is in the eye of the beholder
and Hermes is timeless by its very nature

There are more seasonal options in the availability of various leathers and only someone with encyclopaedic knowledge of Hermes would know if this or that was only available in a particular season

Be confident in your own style - if anyone recognises that you are wearing Hermes, they will know that you have spent ten times more than you need to have done
If fakes or last season's stock worries you, only buy anonymous items

 

[nekochama]

Hi! Do any of you have a range of belt strap sizes? My first belt strap was fitted when I was wearing very high waisted pants, and I was right between sizes. The sales specialist encouraged me to go with the smaller size (85). So I ended up buying another strap for non super high rise jeans (90). And now I find I may need bigger size for boyfriend jeans! Yes, I have had extra holes punched. But the belt strap width I love (42mm) is being discontinued, so I feel I should get a variety of colors while I can, and have those in different sizes. Is this crazy? I just have never found a belt the quality of Hermes, they are simply exquisite. I wear belts daily, and I dress in mostly jeans. Larger belts suit me - I am tall. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

 

[Ladybaga]

Here is my newest addition. 24cm yellow Togo on one side with barenia (or swift gold, I can’t tell what it is) with a Constance lizard inlay buckle in sesame. I love how it is the same tone as the yellow.

 

[Israeli_Flava]

Here is my newest addition. 24cm yellow Togo on one side with barenia (or swift gold, I can’t tell what it is) with a Constance lizard inlay buckle in sesame. I love how it is the same tone as the yellow. View attachment 4086278

GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!! So fun and looks fantastic on you LBG!!!

 

[Ladybaga]

GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!! So fun and looks fantastic on you LBG!!!

Thank you IF!! I remember your lizard Constance buckle from a few years ago. YOU are my inspiration! Congrats again on your new Goldie!

 

[Ladybaga]

Hi! Do any of you have a range of belt strap sizes? My first belt strap was fitted when I was wearing very high waisted pants, and I was right between sizes. The sales specialist encouraged me to go with the smaller size (85). So I ended up buying another strap for non super high rise jeans (90). And now I find I may need bigger size for boyfriend jeans! Yes, I have had extra holes punched. But the belt strap width I love (42mm) is being discontinued, so I feel I should get a variety of colors while I can, and have those in different sizes. Is this crazy? I just have never found a belt the quality of Hermes, they are simply exquisite. I wear belts daily, and I dress in mostly jeans. Larger belts suit me - I am tall. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

Hi nekochama!
I buy a variety of sizes as well. This is very common among belt enthusiasts. I have 75, 80, mostly 85 and one 90. I’m super long waisted, so midrise sometimes translates as lowrise on me. I like the 75s to use on my waist with dresses.

 

[nekochama]

Hi nekochama!
I buy a variety of sizes as well. This is very common among belt enthusiasts. I have 75, 80, mostly 85 and one 90. I’m super long waisted, so midrise sometimes translates as lowrise on me. I like the 75s to use on my waist with dresses.

Hi! Thank you so much for your reply. I have a smallish true waist but my hips flare out, so each 1/2 inch down my body really adds up... I am so glad I'm not the only one to find the need for an array of sizes. Do you still punch extra holes? I did, but found that the biggest/smallest did not comfortably cover all of my pant rises. And I hear lower rises could be coming back into fashion again. I haven't even thought about a dress/skirt belt yet...

It sounds like you have a beautiful collection! May I ask what leather(s) you like best? I am pretty rough on my stuff, and was thinking epsom is the best for me. Or chamonix, if I don't get caught in the rain. But the epsom is pretty stiff, I am hoping it will soften up with time and conform to my curves a bit.

(BTW - Is it considered objectionable to see those extra belt holes beyond the classic Hermes three?)

Thanks again!

 

[Ladybaga]

Hi! Thank you so much for your reply. I have a smallish true waist but my hips flare out, so each 1/2 inch down my body really adds up... I am so glad I'm not the only one to find the need for an array of sizes. Do you still punch extra holes? I did, but found that the biggest/smallest did not comfortably cover all of my pant rises. And I hear lower rises could be coming back into fashion again. I haven't even thought about a dress/skirt belt yet...

It sounds like you have a beautiful collection! May I ask what leather(s) you like best? I am pretty rough on my stuff, and was thinking epsom is the best for me. Or chamonix, if I don't get caught in the rain. But the epsom is pretty stiff, I am hoping it will soften up with time and conform to my curves a bit.

(BTW - Is it considered objectionable to see those extra belt holes beyond the classic Hermes three?)

Thanks again!

Hi! I don’t think there is anything wrong with adding extra holes and having them show. I have some like this and it just makes the belt more versatile. I’ll attach the latest pic of my collection to show the variety of leathers. Most are Togo on one side and box on the other. I have some Epsom ones too which start out stiff but do soften with wear. Good luck on your belt adventures. They really are a fun addition to the wardrobe.

 

[m_ichele]

For those who have had their belts for a long time, do the belt holes stretch out and become too loose?

 

[nekochama]

View attachment 4087168
Hi! I don’t think there is anything wrong with adding extra holes and having them show. I have some like this and it just makes the belt more versatile. I’ll attach the latest pic of my collection to show the variety of leathers. Most are Togo on one side and box on the other. I have some Epsom ones too which start out stiff but do soften with wear. Good luck on your belt adventures. They really are a fun addition to the wardrobe.

Oh my gawd... you have the ultimate collection! The belt strap colors... the buckles! Wow. You have a great sense of color and texture. And give me inspiration!

I have a box CDC PHW and love it, but did not like box leather in belt form for me - I am a rough rider. I live in NYC, so I am always out in the elements (can't drive). BTW - do you know if I cannot get water/rain drops on a box CDC?

Anyhow, I now feel emboldened to expand my belt collection to include a variety of sizes... and now, thanks to you, more buckles! The 42mm suits my 5'9" 135lb frame best, but I think you have some buckle options only available to the smaller sizes there. I particularly love the ones that look like an oval with a stroke through it - almost like a pretzel. I am sure there is a proper name for it. Anyhow, it looks incredibly stylish to me. I also adore your newest kit in the mustard colors - just stunning. You have got a helluva an eye.

So far, I have the Constance H in brushed silver and the Mors in silver. I have a hankering for the Constance H in brushed gold, but am afraid of looking too flashy in the 42mm size, even though the proportion suits me best. I think it is the rapper effect (and I am a huge gansta rap fan)! But I love the big H, personally speaking. The H is stylized to me, a bit abstract. But is it too showy, to the casual observer?

And as the 42mm is being replaced by the 38mm, I feel pressure to buy NOW. I tried the 38mm on at the boutique, and it looked anemic on me. I feel like "me" in big-n-bold. Think larger scale Patricia Von Musulin and Georg Jensen. Although, when I wear gold/rose gold, it is always delicate Catbird or smaller scale inheritance pieces.

Anyhow, thank you SO MUCH for sharing your wisdom - and collection - with me. I am really excited to explore more! XOXO

 

[Ladybaga]

Oh my gawd... you have the ultimate collection! The belt strap colors... the buckles! Wow. You have a great sense of color and texture. And give me inspiration!

I have a box CDC PHW and love it, but did not like box leather in belt form for me - I am a rough rider. I live in NYC, so I am always out in the elements (can't drive). BTW - do you know if I cannot get water/rain drops on a box CDC?

Anyhow, I now feel emboldened to expand my belt collection to include a variety of sizes... and now, thanks to you, more buckles! The 42mm suits my 5'9" 135lb frame best, but I think you have some buckle options only available to the smaller sizes there. I particularly love the ones that look like an oval with a stroke through it - almost like a pretzel. I am sure there is a proper name for it. Anyhow, it looks incredibly stylish to me. I also adore your newest kit in the mustard colors - just stunning. You have got a helluva an eye.

So far, I have the Constance H in brushed silver and the Mors in silver. I have a hankering for the Constance H in brushed gold, but am afraid of looking too flashy in the 42mm size, even though the proportion suits me best. I think it is the rapper effect (and I am a huge gansta rap fan)! But I love the big H, personally speaking. The H is stylized to me, a bit abstract. But is it too showy, to the casual observer?

And as the 42mm is being replaced by the 38mm, I feel pressure to buy NOW. I tried the 38mm on at the boutique, and it looked anemic on me. I feel like "me" in big-n-bold. Think larger scale Patricia Von Musulin and Georg Jensen. Although, when I wear gold/rose gold, it is always delicate Catbird or smaller scale inheritance pieces.

Anyhow, thank you SO MUCH for sharing your wisdom - and collection - with me. I am really excited to explore more! XOXO

Thank you so much for your kind complements! Your enthusiasm jumps off of the page!! You are off to a great start on your belt collection! Brush palladium is beautiful as is your mors! As far as the gold H (Constance buckle) I was worried that it would be too flashy, but it really isn't.
Mine is in the 24 size, so it is pretty small. I do have a constance bag with a big gold H on it and love it to bits! Flashy? I thought so at first but then quickly got over that. It really depends on what you like. As I have gotten older, I really could care less about what people think of how I dress. I think a brushed gold H buckle would be so pretty. That and/or a rose gold hardware one. (ARGGGH! When does the madness for more stop? Never.) I haven't seen the 38mm straps yet. I'll have to ask my SA about those. As far as the box leather is concerned, I have heard that it can blister when wet, but in a CDC bracelet, I would just be careful to dab off any raindrops. Don't smudge them in, just see if you can lightly wipe them off? My CDCs are in swift and croc, so I know that in a major downpour, I shouldn't wear it. I guess if I were wearing one of those and it looked like rain was imminent, I would carry a zip lock baggie in my purse to throw it in that until the storm passes. Box leather owners can chime in. Have fun on your Hermes journey!

 

[nekochama]

Thank you so much for your kind complements! Your enthusiasm jumps off of the page!! You are off to a great start on your belt collection! Brush palladium is beautiful as is your mors! As far as the gold H (Constance buckle) I was worried that it would be too flashy, but it really isn't.
Mine is in the 24 size, so it is pretty small. I do have a constance bag with a big gold H on it and love it to bits! Flashy? I thought so at first but then quickly got over that. It really depends on what you like. As I have gotten older, I really could care less about what people think of how I dress. I think a brushed gold H buckle would be so pretty. That and/or a rose gold hardware one. (ARGGGH! When does the madness for more stop? Never.) I haven't seen the 38mm straps yet. I'll have to ask my SA about those. As far as the box leather is concerned, I have heard that it can blister when wet, but in a CDC bracelet, I would just be careful to dab off any raindrops. Don't smudge them in, just see if you can lightly wipe them off? My CDCs are in swift and croc, so I know that in a major downpour, I shouldn't wear it. I guess if I were wearing one of those and it looked like rain was imminent, I would carry a zip lock baggie in my purse to throw it in that until the storm passes. Box leather owners can chime in. Have fun on your Hermes journey!

Ziploc baggie is a great idea! I wanted to wear a CDC today but a t-storm was a predicted, so I didn't... and it didn't rain at all! Grrr. But your solution works. Does chamonix blister when wet? One of my belt straps (noir/gold) is chamonix on one side.

The 42mm width buckles are now limited - I don't think there's a rose gold H option. But I will look into it, if the larger online belt strap works out. I am truly between an 85-90, and rolled the dice ordering a 95 for low waisted jeans. But the 42mm are selling out, and I adore the width! I also want an Etain strap, a cool neutral great with denim and grey.

Thank you for your thoughts on the flashiness of the larger H buckle. I agree - as I get older, I don't care as much what other people think. But I still worry about looking like I'm trying too hard, if you know what I mean. I wear Issey Miyake and Mansur Gavriel bags. Higher end casual wear. But no logos, until that H!

 

[Ladybaga]

Ziploc baggie is a great idea! I wanted to wear a CDC today but a t-storm was a predicted, so I didn't... and it didn't rain at all! Grrr. But your solution works. Does chamonix blister when wet? One of my belt straps (noir/gold) is chamonix on one side.

The 42mm width buckles are now limited - I don't think there's a rose gold H option. But I will look into it, if the larger online belt strap works out. I am truly between an 85-90, and rolled the dice ordering a 95 for low waisted jeans. But the 42mm are selling out, and I adore the width! I also want an Etain strap, a cool neutral great with denim and grey.

Thank you for your thoughts on the flashiness of the larger H buckle. I agree - as I get older, I don't care as much what other people think. But I still worry about looking like I'm trying too hard, if you know what I mean. I wear Issey Miyake and Mansur Gavriel bags. Higher end casual wear. But no logos, until that H!

Not sure if chamonix will blister in the rain. Hopefully, leather experts can chime in. The etain strap would be a fantastic neutral! That's another color on my wish list! i would love to get a strap in magnolia and one in vert vertigo. (I really need to stop obsessing.)

The 95 for low waisted jeans will probably be a great fit. I wonder if H would cut it down if it is too long? I'm sure the size will be fine, though. I would rather a strap be too long than too short! It will also save you the hassle in returning it if it were too short.