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Guide to Western Belts

Western Belt : What is it?

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Western belts are designed after Western American fashion, featuring embroidery or hand-painted designs and large decorative buckles. They are usually made of fine black or brown leather and may be studded with metal or rhinestones. They are commonly used with western outfits in barns or horse shows.

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Types Of Western Belts

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Kinds of Western Belts include the following:

Straight western belts

  • Straight western belts have a uniform width and usually fewer embellishments.
  • They are usually one and a half inches wide, which is the right size for standard belt loops.

Tapered western belts

  • Tapered western belts are 1 ¼ inches at the center and ¾ to one inch at the ends.
  • Women’s belts often have edge details or decorative stitching, while some men’s belts have a thin belt stitched over a wider belt.

Western concho belts

  • Western concho belts have decorative metal chaps placed along the belt.
  • They are usually worn by women and feature rhinestone studs, turquoise beads, and intricate carved designs.

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Choosing Western Belts (Buying Tips)

Buckle type: Choose a western belt with the right buckle size for its width. Check the tracks or clips on the back and make sure they slide easily over the belt. Try a three-piece buckle if you have a tapered belt with irregular edges.

Design: If you are using the belt for barn work, opt for a simple leather belt with no studs or chaps. If you want something decorative for the show ring, look for stitched rhinestone or turquoise studs that sit flat against the belt rather than extend over the leather.

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