We’ve all heard of and maybe even live by the rule of black shoes with a black belt or brown with brown, but is this a rule you should live by forever?
And more specifically, what happens when you plan to wear a blue pair of jeans? Would the black belt be ideal, or are there more belt colors you could try with your blue jeans?
Let’s find out here.
Can you wear a black belt with blue jeans?
Yes, you could wear your black belt with a blue pair of jeans. Generally, the black belts and shoes work well with blue jeans, but then you’d have to choose the color of the belt depending on the other outfits and shoes you will have on.
The good news is that a black belt works perfectly with a blue pair of jeans, especially with a white shirt for most people. Depending on your style and personal preference, you will find a wide array of other color belts that look great with blue jeans.
But there is one consideration that you have to consider – the color of your shoes or the leather you have on. If, for example, you have a brown pair of shoes with blue pants, you may want to match it with a brown belt.
Of course, the occasion you’re dressing for matters as well. If your chosen shoes for the day are casual, you’d need to make sure that the belt and shoes are in the same color family and don’t clash.
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What color belt goes best with blue jeans?
Besides black, your blue jeans also look great with a brown belt, silver, or clear-colored belt. But it is not enough to consider the color of the belt; the buckle color is equally important because it will guide the color accessories that you can wear.
So, always remember that it is not just about the shoes, the buckle color is equally important, and you need to consider all these elements.
Tips for wearing wear a black belt with blue jeans
When matching your belt with blue jeans, several factors will guide your decision and make you look your best. Here are the main guidelines that will help you choose the right belt for your blue jeans.
1. No to big buckles
When wearing a black belt with your blue jeans, you want to avoid the belts with the more oversized buckles, especially for the skinny belt. Generally, you could wear the thicker belts with more oversized buckles, but only if comfortable with the look.
2. Pants must fit well
Blue jeans and a black belt in casual settings only look great if your pants fit well, the style of the jeans notwithstanding. Pay attention to your silhouette, and if you prefer fitted or skinny jeans, make sure that the jeans are not too skinny or uncomfortable to the extent of limiting your movement.
3. Comfort is key
Regardless of the jeans fit, belt color, and size, you need to make sure that you feel comfortable in what you’re wearing before you step out of the house.
4. Always match your belt to the rest of your outfit
This is especially important when you are going for a casual look. Blue jeans are the ultimate symbol of casual wear, and you can easily match or pair the blue jeans with a black belt and a white t-shirt. This works well, and it gives an air of relaxation and ease.
5. Match your black belt with outfits and shoes in the colors black, white, or grey
Your blue jeans and the black belt will look great on you when matched with accessories or outfits in the colors black, grey, or even white. Generally, think of outfits and shoes in the white and black color scales. So, white shoes, dark grey shoes, light grey shoes, and black shoes. These go well with your black belt, the blue pants, and perhaps a white or grey tee.
6. Pair your blue jeans with a dark-colored belt
The rule of thumb for accessorizing blue jeans and making the right choice of shoes or belt to pair with the jeans is often mixing the vibrant and dark tones – that is, for the outfits and shoes. So, you could pair it with the black belt, alongside outfits and shoes in any color array for your blue jeans, including navy, dark purple, dark green, brown, cognac/tan, burgundy, mustard yellow, or rust orange.
Conclusion
You can wear your blue jeans and black belt effortlessly and stylishly, whether dressing up for a casual event/ evening or a semi-casual setup.
The most important thing is how you choose to style the jeans and belt – a white t-shirt and white sneakers work perfectly for a casual look, while a blazer, a white button-up shirt, and dress shoes will be great for a semi-formal look. Just avoid big buckles for flexibility.
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Stephanie is a jewelry lover when she was a teenager. Her major was fashion design when she was in college. She is a jewelry designer at SOQ Jewelry and other design companies. Now she is also a writer for our website. She writes a lot of designs&brands posts with very actionable tips.