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Whether it’s for golf functionality to keep your new pair of the best golf trousers in place as you swing, or perhaps simply to compliment your new shoes or shades, it is easy to overlook the humble belt when choosing your golf apparel. Western Belts For Men
Admittedly, choosing a new belt does not deliver quite the same excitement levels as some other golf accessories, nonetheless, being comfortable on the course is vitally important, keeping you focused on your game and looking the part too.
Adidas Reversible Web Belt – Best for reversibility | Buy Now – US | Buy Now – UK
Royal Albatross Ryder Belt – Best for luxury with style | Buy Now – US | Buy Now – UK
J Lindeberg Bernhard Belt – Best for woven style | Buy Now – US | Buy Now – UK
Galvin Green Warren Elastic Belt – Best for flip-top style | Buy Now – US | Buy Now – UK
FootJoy Needlepoint Belt – Best for attention to detail | Buy Now – US | Buy Now – UK
Callaway Women’s Reversible Sleek Belt – Best for women’s overall | Buy Now – US | Buy Now – UK
The likes of Galvin Green, J Lindeberg, Golfino, Callaway, Nike, Adidas, FootJoy, and Glenmuir all offer belts in a range of different materials and buckle styles, meaning that whether you are a traditionalist or a ‘break the mould’ golfer, there will be something that grabs your attention and helps set off your choice from our best polo shirts.
Of course, if you’re in the market for a new golf belt, it makes sense to check your wardrobe and make sure it doesn’t clash with your best golf shorts or trousers. That really would be a ‘waist’ of time!
So strap yourself in, and let’s get into the best golf belts 2023.
Best Golf Belts: Men’s 1 Galvin Green Warren Elastic Belt An adjustable one size fits all belt in a range of colors Best for flip-top style Price: £35.00 / $55.00 RRP www.function18.com View Offer Price: £35.00 / $55.00 RRP www.function18.com View Offer Description Another great example of what makes Galvin Green such an impressive operator. It’s a strong, adjustable, and hugely comfortable belt that won’t cost the earth and does the job with the minimum of fuss. The solid color strap is made from a highly elastic woven material and features a metal buckle clamp with an embossed Galvin Green logo and a tipping edge. We particularly like the range of colors on offer here that will appeal to those who want to pair the belt with their existing wardrobe. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Can easily adjust to different sizesGood range of colors Cons Some will prefer a more traditional buckle Sizes One size Colors 5 Buckle Metal flip-top style Strap 90% polyester, 10% spandex 2 J Lindeberg Slater 40 Pro Leather Belt A high-quality leather belt to complete a premium look Best for premium quality Price: £75.00 / $100.00 RRP www.dickssportinggoods.com View Offer Price: £75.00 / $100.00 RRP www.dickssportinggoods.com View Offer Description A classic number from the Swedish sportswear giants and one that will appeal to traditionalists. Coming in seven waist sizes (from 68 to 110 cm), the belt itself is 100% leather and fastens with a signature J Lindeberg logo metal buckle. It looks and feels really substantial. Built to last and the one color black color option is a bit of a statement, and we think looks great with a light pair of trousers. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Premium leather beltGood range of sizes Cons Large buckle may not appeal to all Sizes XS-3XL Colors Black Buckle Brushed steel frame-style Strap Leather 3 Adidas Reversible Web Belt Adidas's eco-friendly strap offers two belts for the price of one Best for reversability Price: £15.00 / $22.00 RRP www.pgatoursuperstore.com Buy Now Price: £15.00 / $22.00 RRP www.pgatoursuperstore.com Buy Now Description Adidas tends to provide excellent value for money, and with this one size fits all golf belt, you get two for the price of one due to its reversible style. A simple swivel of the clamp buckle and you have a brand-new strap color allowing you to choose the best match to compliment your outfit. The belt is made from 100% recycled content e.g. cutting scraps and household waste, demonstrating Adidas's commitment to reducing the environmental impact of producing virgin content. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros The reversible style provides a different color option Made from recycled materials Cons Smaller waists may be left with excess material to pull through Sizes Cut To Length (One Size Fits All) Colors 6 Buckle Metal flip-top style Strap 100% recycled polyester plain weave 4 Royal Albatross The Ryder Belt A luxury belt of the highest quality with a personality to match Best for luxury with style Price: £99.00 / $119.00 RRP www.fairwaygolfusa.com Buy Now Price: £99.00 / $119.00 RRP www.fairwaygolfusa.com Buy Now Description Royal Albatross is known for its luxury products and this golf belt not only makes a statement out on the course but also delivers a fun factor, particularly in the USA-themed red, white and blue. Again it is a belt that is reversible so on one side are the colored stripes for when you want to lift your outfit, and the reverse is in plain navy for more understated looks. This premium belt has a price to match, but the palladium-coated buckle gives it that sheen of luxury, as does the 100% calfskin leather trim. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros The reversible style provides a second lookHigh-quality materials and finish Cons Just two color options Sizes S-XL Colors Red, Green Buckle Palladium coated pin-style Strap Woven construction with leather trim 5 J Lindeberg Bernhard Belt A stretchable woven belt with a premium look Best for woven style Price: £65.00 / $82.99 RRP www.function18.com Buy Now Price: £65.00 / $82.99 RRP www.function18.com Buy Now Description A really popular golf belt and very easy to understand why. J Lindeberg is known for doing things its own way and this offering has a really interesting composition. The strap is constructed from 70% viscose, a silk substitute made, mainly, from recycled wood, with the rest coming from cotton and rubber, leaving you with a highly elasticated, yet super smooth belt. The brushed silver buckle sits perfectly with the feel of the belt and it is available in six lengths, starting at 85cm and going all the way up to 110cm. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros High level of stretchabilityPin buckle allows a custom and comfortable fit Cons The traditional look may not suit all Sizes 85-110cm Colors 6 Buckle Brushed Silver pin-style Strap 70% Viscose, 18% Cotton, 12% Rubber 6 Callaway Golf V Logo Belt A sophisticated and stretchable flip-top style belt Best for flip-top sophistication Price: £25.00 / $27.50 RRP www.callawayapparel.com Buy Now Price: £25.00 / $27.50 RRP www.callawayapparel.com Buy Now Description A simple, and classy-looking belt from Callaway, engineered with the same level of precision you would expect from one of the most trusted brands in the game The flip-top buckle makes adjusting the one size fits all strap length super straightforward, and has been finished with a V-shaped logo cut into the bottom corner, adding to its sophisticated look. The strap has a decent amount of stretch enabling a comfortable fit throughout your round. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Good level of stretchabilitySimple and sophisticated style Cons A few more color options would be ideal Sizes One size fits all Colors 4 Buckle Metal flip-top style Strap 100% Polyester 7 Glenmuir g.Mackenzie Belt A classic woven style belt with a strong game Best for woven simplicity Price: £30.00 / $48.00 RRP www.glenmuir.com Buy Now Price: £30.00 / $48.00 RRP www.glenmuir.com Buy Now Description Glenmuir’s woven offering has been created with both men and women in mind and is offered in a choice of four neutral and versatile colors to complement your outfits. The g.Mackenzie has been woven from a 4-way stretch enhanced performance yarn, providing good durability with a sufficient level of elasticity to flex as you navigate your way around the course. Finished with a square metal pin buckle and Glenmuir embossed belt loop, this belt is a safe pair of hands for any golfer. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Classic woven style with pin buckleConstructed with a 4-way stretch enhanced performance yarn Cons No bold color options Sizes XS/S-90cm, M/L-105cm, XL/2XL-120cm Colors Black, Navy, Grey, White Buckle Metal pin-style Strap 70% Polyester, 30% Elastane 8 Tiger Woods G-Flex Belt A business-looking belt built to keep you cool and comfortable Best for tour-proven performance Price: £60.00 / $75.00 RRP www.nike.com Buy Now Price: £60.00 / $75.00 RRP www.nike.com Buy Now Description If you are going to use a pro to inspire your choice of golf belt, then why not choose the GOAT himself? Pair this with a Tiger red polo on comp day and we think you will have the clubhouse quaking in their spikes! This G-Flex belt from American powerhouse Nike offers a classic, clean-cut look with perforations on the front and mesh on the back to help keep you cool and comfortable. It is constructed from 100% Nappa leather with Nike's Ultralight technology providing a lightweight feel with a full range of motion. The belt is finished with an iconic engraved Swoosh logo on the buckle. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Premium leather quality and finishLightweight and breathable Cons Only offered in black Sizes S-XL Colors Black Buckle Brushed Silver harness-style Material 100% Nappa leather 9 FootJoy Needlepoint Belt A unique belt with unsurpassed attention to detail Best for attention to detail Price: £110.00 / $140.00 RRP www.footjoy.com Buy Now Price: £110.00 / $140.00 RRP www.footjoy.com Buy Now Description This 100% hand-stitched belt from FootJoy will catch the eyes of those looking to add a unique stamp to their outfit and are happy to pay a premium price for an artisan product. The belt comes in a range of four bold colors and marks 75 years of FootJoy being the number-one shoe on tour. Miniature golf spikes encompass the strap which is finished with a solid brass buckle and Italian leather trim. If your looking for something special from a golf belt, then look no further. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Stand out from the crowdIncredible craftsmanship (100% hand-stitched) Cons Novelty prioritized over performance Sizes 32-44 inch Colors Blueberry, Mint, Light Blue, Melon Buckle Solid Brass pin-style Material 100% hand-stitched, Italian Leather trim 10 Under Armour Webbing Belt A wallet-friendly, reversible belt that is fully adjustable Best for low-cost clamp style Price: £15.00 / $20.00 RRP www.dickssportinggoods.com Buy Now Price: £15.00 / $20.00 RRP www.dickssportinggoods.com Buy Now Description This Webbing belt from Under Armour will appeal to many golfers not just for its extremely reasonable price point, but also because of its reversibility and functionality. The belt is unsurprisingly quite thin, reflecting its price, however, it feels fairly durable and is fully adjustable so will fit all waist sizes comfortably. Under Armour does offer higher quality braided belts, however, if you are looking for a more affordable option, then this certainly gets the job done. It comes in four simple non-offensive colors and is finished nicely with the Under Armour embossed logo on the buckle. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Reversible designEasily adjustable Cons Thin webbing is not so durable Sizes One size fits all Colors Black, Grey, White, Academy Buckle Metal flip-top style Material Webbed material Best Golf Belts: Women’s 11 Golfino Women's Extra Stretch Belt An elastic eco-friendly leather belt from Golfino Best for women's woven style Price: £49.95 / $59.95 RRP www.golfino.com Buy Now Price: £49.95 / $59.95 RRP www.golfino.com Buy Now Description This is an eye-catching golf belt from Golfino that ticks a lot of boxes when it comes to style and practicality. It will appeal particularly to those who value no components of animal origin in their golfing attire, which this belt achieves through its vegan leather trim. The flexible material that this belt has been designed with will be popular due to the enhanced comfort it offers during the golf swing. There is a fashionable elegance to the braided strap which is finished with a high-quality silver-colored metal pin-style buckle. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros High stretch and comfortable Eco-conscious construction Cons Just the one-color option Sizes S-80cm, M-90cm, L-100cm Colors Optic White Buckle Metal pin-style Material 95% Elastane, 5% Vegan Leather 12 Nike Women's Floral Print Web Belt A bold and bright floral print belt to make a statement Best for women's flip-top style Price: £20.00 / $25.00 RRP www.pgatoursuperstore.com Buy Now Price: £20.00 / $25.00 RRP www.pgatoursuperstore.com Buy Now Description Durable, versatile, lightweight, and stylish are just some of the words that have been used by customers to describe this Floral Print Web belt from Nike. It's bright, and bold, and will certainly add a splash of colorful personality to the fairways. Nike's Personalized Fit technology lets you cut the belt to a custom length for ultimate comfort and even comes equipped with a bottle opener on the back of the buckle, which is a neat touch. While this belt is described as being for women, we think it will look fantastic off any tees. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Will brighten up any outfitFully adjustable to any size Cons Floral print won't be for everyone Sizes One size fits all Colors Mint, White, Blue Buckle Metal flip-top style Material Material Cotton, Genuine Leather 13 Puma UltraLite Women's Stretch Belt An unconventional, super lightweight, and elastic belt Best for women's lightweight Price: £17.99 / $24.00 RRP www.pgatoursuperstore.com Buy Now Price: £17.99 / $24.00 RRP www.pgatoursuperstore.com Buy Now Description Puma says that this offering "will make you change the way you think about your belt", and we think that lots will be tempted to take a punt on this belt, especially with it being highly affordable. This UltraLite Stretch belt is as weightless as its name suggests allowing you to swing freely without the additional bulk that some options come with. The thin strap is elasticated for enhanced comfort and is completed with a molded low-profile clip-in buckle with an embossed Puma logo. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Ultra-lightweightElasticated strap for added comfort Cons Unconventional style won't suit all tastes Sizes One size fits all Colors Black, White, Peacoat Buckle Plastic clip-in style Material 35% Nylon, 35% Rubber, 30% Polyester 14 Callaway Women's Reversible Sleek Modern Belt A quality leather belt offering two versatile looks Best for women's overall Price: £30.00 / $50.00 RRP www.callawayapparel.com Buy Now Price: £30.00 / $50.00 RRP www.callawayapparel.com Buy Now Description Callaway has once again crafted a quality piece of golf attire with this reversible belt, constructed from durable split leather and finished with a classic pin-style buckle featuring a debossed chevron logo on the loop. The belt provides two versatile looks. On the one side, you can opt for a bold color such as pink or Ibiza blue, knowing that on the reverse is a plain white canvas which will work well with just about any outfit. There is not too much (if anything) that we can think of when it comes to downsides here, which is why we have shortlisted it in our best overall belts. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Durable leather constructionThe reversible design creates two versatile looks Cons No flexibility with the sizing Sizes One size fits all Colors Cavier, Peacoat, Pink, Blue, Geranium Buckle Metal pin-style Material Split Leather 15 Timberland Women's Braided Leather Belt A versatile, genuine leather belt with a nod to the wild west Best for women's leather style Price: £25.00 / $29.99 RRP www.golfgalaxy.com Buy Now Price: £25.00 / $29.99 RRP www.golfgalaxy.com Buy Now Description Who says you need to be conventional? The world of golf apparel has evolved significantly to help create a variety of fresh looks on the course that allows personalities to shine. While this Timberland Braided Leather belt might look more commonplace in a barn dance, we think it will also come into its own striding up a dusting fairway on the links. The belt itself is highly durable, braided in 25mm genuine leather strands, and has been finished with a classic single-prong metal buckle. With this belt, you are purchasing not just a unique look for the course, but one that is perfect to match with a pair of jeans for socializing. ... read less Pros & Cons Specs Pros Great versatility for golf and social occasionsGenuine leather belt Cons Some will prefer a more conventional golf look Sizes S-XL Colors Black, Tan Buckle Metal pin-style Material Leather Best Golf Belts: Buying Guide
An adjustable one size fits all belt in a range of colors
A high-quality leather belt to complete a premium look
Adidas's eco-friendly strap offers two belts for the price of one
A luxury belt of the highest quality with a personality to match
A stretchable woven belt with a premium look
A sophisticated and stretchable flip-top style belt
A classic woven style belt with a strong game
A business-looking belt built to keep you cool and comfortable
A unique belt with unsurpassed attention to detail
A wallet-friendly, reversible belt that is fully adjustable
An elastic eco-friendly leather belt from Golfino
A bold and bright floral print belt to make a statement
An unconventional, super lightweight, and elastic belt
A quality leather belt offering two versatile looks
A versatile, genuine leather belt with a nod to the wild west
Despite being one of the more humble garments out there, the golf belt really is an unsung hero and deserves you to bear a few questions in mind before snatching the first one you see on the webpage. We suggest reading through the considerations below so that you can make the most informed buying choice.
First and foremost, a belt has to fulfill its primary function of holding your trousers or shorts in the correct position, but of equal importance is that it can achieve this whilst being unnoticeable. The last thing you want is a disruption to your pre-shot routine by constantly having to adjust your belt. Therefore look for a belt that combines the level of stretch you require, and has scope to tighten and loosen as you see fit throughout the round and in the clubhouse.
Many modern belts are one size fits all, however, some brands stick to more conventional sizing options so just ensure you read the sizing guides when this is the case. If you do opt for a belt with a specific size, it’s worth checking that you don’t sit too near either end of the size range so that you can adjust up or down.
Once again there is no right answer here as it really depends on the type of look and feel you want to get out of the belt. Leather belts typically provide a more premium and smarter look, while nylon and polyester blends will aim to please those who value performance benefits such as increased elasticity and movement freedom that these more modern performance fabrics bring.
Often overlooked, but buckle style is definitely something worth considering. While all buckles perform the same primary function, they operate slightly differently, and once again this is another consideration that comes down to personal preference. A more traditional pin-style of buckle perhaps offers more security, whereas a flip-top buckle has advantages when it comes to quick adjustability.
Like most attire in today’s golfing world, belts come in multiple colors and have the ability to tone down more extravagant outfits and elevate more understated looks. As always, we suggest taking a look through your current golfing wardrobe and picking the colors that work with your existing trousers, shirts, and polos.
When it comes to budget you may want to consider whether you are looking for a belt with a particular outfit in mind, and therefore you might want to opt for something lower on the price spectrum as it will get less wear. Or alternatively, you may want something classic and understated that will go with any top-bottom combination. If so, it makes sense to spend a bit more a prioritize the quality and durability of the material. Of course, there are many hybrid models that sit somewhere in between and are reflected by mid-range price points.
What is the purpose of a golf belt?
A golf belt, in the same way as other items of golf apparel, serves two main functions. The first and most important is to serve as a comfortable waistband that holds your trousers or shorts in position and a polo shirt in place. The second is to complete your intended look, whether that’s through a flash of color or something more classic and understated.
How do you match a golf belt?
There are no hard and fast rules about how to match your golf belt, or any other item of golf clothing for that matter. The only important thing to consider is comfort and how you feel. If you are looking for a tried and tested fashion rule to follow, then perhaps make sure your choice of belt does not clash with your golf shoes. A neon blue belt with some lime green shoes could make a statement, however.
What’s the difference between a golf belt and a regular belt?
To the eye, there are not so many distinguishable differences separating a golf belt from any other belt, however, the construction of the fabric will perhaps be different. Belts designed by specific golf manufacturers are typically constructed from more elasticated fabrics, helping players to remain comfortable throughout rounds that can last in excess of four hours.
Do you really need a belt?
There are no rules in golf saying you must wear a belt. There are some advantages to wearing a belt though, including helping your trousers and polo shirt say in place throughout your swing and elevating your outfit by adding a splash of color or a touch of sophistication if you opt for a more premium belt.
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