Sizing

• When purchasing a belt, sizing is one of the most important factors. Choosing a belt that barely fits or has enough slack to tie you to a post isn't the right way to go. A good way to choose the right size is by measuring your waist then buying a belt that is approximately four to six inches larger, reports I Love India, a website dedicated to the society and culture of India.
  
  

Width

• Belt width is commonly overlooked and is important if you are planning on wearing certain styles of pants. When choosing your belt, make sure that the width easily fits within the loops of your pants. Avoid very narrow belts as these tend to appear feminine.
  
  

Buckle and Belt Color

• Buckle color is important, depending on what kind of accessories or the color of pants you are going to wear. Silver buckles go with black and other dark colors, as well as silver jewelry or accessories. Gold buckles complement brown tones and gold jewelry. You should always avoid combining brown with black, especially in professional attire.
  
  

Style

• There is nothing wrong with wild belts such as white belts, studded belts or striped belts. In fact, these belts can be very stylish when worn in the appropriate situation.