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Ready yourself for the office with these men’s belts

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Are you ready for the office? Nobody is going to tell us that a belt helped us get a raise, but the way we dress for work can be an important part of how we are perceived by our coworkers and our boss. It is more than just the style of our shirts and pants. The right choice in a men’s belt can be the accessory that takes a good look and turns it into a business statement. Belts that show signs of wear can still function, but the message they send says that we are not paying attention to the details. This might just impact the way people judge us for our abilities in other tasks. Let’s avoid that risk and make ourselves work-ready with these great men’s belts.

The frustration of some belts is the inexact fit. These belts solve that worry with 1/5 inch adjustments so we can always have that perfect fit. The ratchet buckle allows the belt to slide in easily, and with a simple click will automatically lock into place. This belt makes the right impression for all our dress slacks.
$28 from Amazon

Not every place we work requires dress slacks, but even casual pants need the right belt. This tactical work belt is heavy duty. It has a quick-release buckle that is lightweight and locks securely. The nylon webbing is durable and comfortable. There is no worry about wear because the buckle has locking teeth, requiring no holes for slip-free performance. Looks as good as it wears.
$30 from Amazon

Some looks are timeless and that is the case with the traditional buckle. But if our waistline fluctuates we may find ourselves with a too tight or too loose belt. This buckle looks like a traditional belt but actually ratchets to a micro adjustment of 1/4 inch. Not only that, but the sturdy buckle mechanism will mean this belt will look great throughout its life, without the normal wear seen around belt holes.
$25 from Amazon

If we are wearing jeans to the office, we should definitely wear a belt to create a smarter look. This 1 and 3/8 inch belt is the perfect size for jeans or other casual pants. Made with genuine leather, this belt has seven holes to make a great fit. The traditional buckle will add just the right look for all our business casual needs.
$15 from Amazon

There is no need to choose between a comfortable fit and a good looking dress belt. The buckle is removable and will allow the belt to be cut to size. It also has a hidden track system that will allow us to choose between 38 different 1/5 inch sizing positions. No more feeling like a big lunch is cutting us in half. Not only does the buckle adjust and hold easily, but it also matches with a high-textured and refined belt.  This is going to be the perfect accessory for our dress pants.
$20 from Amazon

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We wouldn’t go into the office with scuffed-up shoes. The same attention needs to be paid to the belts we wear. Taking time to make all the details right will send a quiet but clear message that we are attentive and ready for greater things.

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