For today’s post, I wanted to answer some common questions I get on the ever popular Gucci double G belt and their mules (scroll to bottom of the post!). In addition to their soho bag that I wear way too much, this is another versatile small luxury. I love how it can elevate a simple outfit with jeans, especially now that I wear more black than ever! It also comes in very small waisted sizes that can be hard to find elsewhere. The numerous options can be confusing, though, so I’ve broken down width, sizing, and leather types below. The same measuring tips can apply to Hermes belts which are also sized in centimeters, except note those have 3 pre-punched holes while Gucci belts have 5. Choosing a Belt WidthNarrow (0.75″) , medium (1″) , or wide (1.5″) 1″ (medium) versus 1.5″ (wide) Leather Type & Buckle ColorI’ve seen these belts in 2 types of leather: smooth vs textured. The textured is heat stamped, and looks + feels similar to some saffiano leathers. It’s only available in 1.5″ and is listed under Mens, however these belts are unisex. There’s also 2 buckle colors: brass (gold) vs palladium-toned (silvery), with the palladium also being listed under Mens. Smooth vs textured leather in 1.5″ wide To recap some current options: Wide: 1.5″ width Medium: 1″ width Narrow: 0.75″ width choosing a SizeWaist belt or hip belt? For me, I definitely favor waist belts for wearing with dresses and higher-rise bottoms! Sizing system
Double check your size For reference, my denim size is currently 24 in most brands / Express 00 / Topshop 25. The measurement around my jeans waistband is 28,” and a size 70 fits me best with some room to grow into. Loafers & Mules Horsebit loafers (left side) versus Princetown mules (right side) Horsebit loafers that fold down in the back, 1.5″ GG belt Where to BuyI’d be extra cautious buying these secondhand since there’s a lot of fakes. I usually make Gucci purchases directly through their website which offers free US shipping and a free return label, and they package up the order nicely. There are also so many more colors and sizes stocked on their site compared to in store or at other retailers. Whenever I’ve gone into the Gucci store looking for shoes or a belt, I’m told my size has to be ordered online. Net-a-porter is another option with some smaller sizes in stock now and free shipping. Packaging of a belt ordered from Gucci.com (ships in a discreet cardboard box) |