History of belt use

An Iranian belt is a thin band that has good flexibility is made of leather or plastic and is tied around the waist. Belts are not always purely decorative, for example, soldiers and military personnel use it to hang and carry weapons and also carry handcuffs. Of course, construction workers also use belts to carry tools. A belt is a part of men’s clothing that is used to hold pants. People use it with different shapes and designs according to their clothing and style. Persian belt is also known as one of the usual accessories in women’s style.

Belts today can have many different designs and colors. For example, designers add traditional Iranian designs and symbols to the fabric of the belt. People today enjoy wearing this type of Iranian belt because it brings a symbol of Iran’s ancient culture and tradition into their style. It can highlight your interest in Iranian culture and complete your look. The history of the belt can be considered one of the fascinating topics in the field of Iranian clothing. A history that perhaps we have thought less about. In the continuation of this article, we are trying to introduce the history of the Iranian belt and its types.

History of belt use

Looking at historical Persian books, we find that the first types made by Bronze. In the beginning, belts were made of tree bark, cloth, and then leather. In Roman and Greek soldiers’ clothing, leather belts were a means of carrying weapons, and Iranian soldiers also used Persian belts to tighten the clothes around the waist so that the looseness of the clothes did not hinder their freedom of action.

The Mongols respected the belt and believed that when they exchanged it with each other, they made their union strong and stable. It is surprising, but the Swiss believed that by possessing the belts of their enemies, they could limit their power and win over the enemy. The ancient Egyptians valued belts so much that archaeologists found a Persian gold belt with impressive enamel beads on the first discovered mummy.

As can be seen from the history of the belt, the women of the rich class of society used Persian silk belts on the Persian skirt and tied them in the shape of seven. The use of a belt instilled more beauty and elegance.

The use of leather in the production of belts

Among the items needed to prepare Iranian belts for designers, Persian leather is in priority. Because the leather has good strength and maintains its properties for a long time due to its high flexibility. Therefore, natural leather belts in different sizes, colors, and types have become one of the most popular Persian accessories for men.

According to the history of this accessory, calfskin is considered the best option for leather production among cow, calf, and sheep hides. Cow leather is tough, and sheep leather is relatively difficult to work with for making straps, so manufacturers prefer calf leather for its flexibility. Artificial leather is also used in production. Although it is cheaper than natural leather, it does not offer the same quality and tends to crack over time.

Types of belts

We can divide belts into two types. People wear the formal type with office and dress clothes. They choose the casual type for simple outfits. Formal belts are usually narrower than regular ones. In contrast, casual belts are wider and fit everyday styles. Formal designs often have a smooth texture and come in dark, matte colors.

The variety of materials and colors of Iranian belts has made men able to match them with pants, shirts, and their style. For example, you should not pair a formal belt with a sports outfit because it disrupts the order and harmony of your style. In the rest of the article, we will introduce some types of belts.

Double-sided leather belt

This type of Iranian belt is used in formal styles one side is sewn with one color of leather. The inner side is sewn with another color of leather. Both sides of the belt can also be the same color.

Woven belt

This type of belt, which is only seen in sports or women’s styles, is woven by two layers of very thick thread and takes the shape of a normal belt. Note that except for a leather belt, do not use any other type with your formal style.

Suede belt

This type of belt has leather on one side, and its top is made of suede. If you like suede, this type of belt can be suitable for your daily style in various colors.

Fabric belt

Manufacturers make this type from thick fabrics with different designs. It comes in styles for individuals. You should only wear it with daily and informal outfits, not with formal styles.

Belt buying tips

Before buying an Iranian belt, consider a few important tips to enhance your body shape and style. First, focus on the material, then check the size and how well it matches your outfit. Belts generally come in two main types based on width: narrow and wide.

If you have a long upper body, you can wear both narrow and wide belts. But if your upper body is short, narrow belts work better because they don’t draw attention to the length. To avoid looking even shorter, choose a belt color that matches your outfit. For those with extra weight around the waist and sides, dark-colored belts are a better choice since light colors can make the waist and stomach appear larger.