Women's True Heartland Belt C21337

For the days you want an outfit to carry a little western flash, this belt does the work. A show, a rodeo, a dance or a Saturday night on the square all call for a belt with some sparkle. This one has a western floral pattern embossed into the leather and a plaque buckle finished with fine quality crystal hardware.

At 1 1/2 inches wide it holds steady through your jeans loops without feeling bulky, so it looks right with a fitted top or a shirt tucked in. The belt runs true to size, which makes it simpler to shop for, and the belt is made in the USA.

Highlights

• Western floral embossed leather
• Plaque buckle with fine quality crystal hardware
• 1 1/2-inch width that holds steady in belt loops
• Made in the USA
• Runs true to size

Why an embossed leather belt earns its spot

A belt is the quickest way to finish an outfit, and an embossed floral pattern does more than a plain strap. It catches the light in the arena, adds detail to a simple top and fits the western style that runs from the rodeo to a night out. A good women's belt also has to stay put on the hip, so a 1 1/2-inch width is a sensible middle ground between delicate and heavy.

Leather is a practical choice for a belt you'll wear often. It softens with use, bends with your waist and takes conditioning well. An embossed design also hides the small scuffs that show on a smooth belt, so it still looks good after a dusty afternoon at the barn.

It suits the rider heading to a show, the woman who wants a western finish on her jeans, and anyone shopping for a gift that already has a western look built in. Pair it with the jeans and boots you wear most, and it becomes the piece you reach for first.

At a glance

How to wear it and fit it

Check the fit against a belt you already own. Western belts are usually sized to the middle hole, measured from the fold of the leather to that hole, so measure your favorite belt the same way and compare. Thread the strap through every loop and buckle it at the hole that leaves a little room to move.

Wear it at your natural waist or on the hip, whichever sits your jeans best. Keep the buckle centered and the strap flat, and give the leather a week to break in before you judge the fit.

Good to know

• Pair it with your good jeans and a crisp shirt for a rodeo, a dance or a day in town.
• Tuck a fitted top or a sweater into the belt to show off the floral pattern.
• Wipe the leather with a soft dry cloth after a dusty day, and store it away from direct heat so it stays supple.
• Keep the crystal hardware clean with a soft cloth, and skip harsh cleaners that can dull the finish.
• Hang the belt or lay it flat in a drawer, not folded tight, so the embossing keeps its shape.
• Fit: measure a belt that fits you now from the fold at the buckle to the hole you use most, and choose that number.

About Justin

Justin's USA-made boots are crafted by hand at the company's El Paso, Texas factory.

Put it on your list before the spring show run and the summer dances.