Black pants with a brown belt, what do we think about this look? Is this a look that you can pull off? Should you try it frequently or even make it your go-to look?
Keep reading as we share our thoughts on the same.
Is it okay to wear a brown belt with black pants and black shoes?
Rules are meant to be broken, and today, more than ever, this is very true in the fashion world. There is quite a lot that was previously considered a faux pas but now passes as styling and trendy.
So, could this be the case with the black pants paired with black shoes and a black belt? We think it may or may not work with you, depending on the other accessories and the top, sweater, or blazer you settle on.
But there are two camps here, and we’ll start with those who believe that you cannot leave the house in black pants, a brown belt, and black shoes.
These individuals argue that this doesn’t create a lovely look because you won’t have matched the belt with the shoes or that the black doesn’t just work well with black.
Perhaps this is because of the ingrained belief and unspoken fashion etiquette which outlines that you should only wear black shoes with a black belt and brown with brown.
It is also believed that black is a color of sleekness and is more reserved for formal events, while the earthy brown color goes well with casual and semi-formal outfits.
And in all honesty, we agree with this assessment, in that the selected accessory will look good fine or off, depending on the occasion one is dressing for.
So, if you are dressing up for a formal event, perhaps clad in a black suit, you’d look your best in black shoes and a black belt, or brown shoes and a brown belt.
And if black feels too formal for you, opt for charcoal or navy pants, especially for semi-formal events, which would make it easier for you to pull off the dark pants, and brown shoes look.
There is one exception to all this, though – if you are wearing a light-brown blazer or one with brown elements, it would be easier for you to pull off the black shoes and brown belt look. Again, this is a good casual or semi-formal look, not a formal look.
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What color belt should I wear with black pants?
So, what color belts look great on you with the black pants?
1. Black
There is no doubt that black is the best belt color to wear with your black pants. It is a timeless, sleek, and elegant color that effortlessly completes your look and matches stylishness.
Most people recommend pairing the black belt and pants with black shoes. An all-black or black-on-black look would also be easy to pull off when you keep everything black. You may also want to mix or add different textures and patterns to create an excellent visual interest.
The black belt, pants, and black shoes look also work great when you complete your look with a light-colored shirt.
2. Brown
Your black pants would also look great with a brown belt and brown shoes. This works in formal and semi-formal settings, especially if you don’t wish to commit a faux pas where looking fashionable is concerned.
Besides the brown belt with brown shoes, you could also wear that brown belt with black shoes. This look works well for many men and women, and it often leaves you feeling and looking very elegant because it creates a very bold look, especially when you wear the brown belt with black pants, a black top/shirt, and black sandals.
Tips for wearing a brown belt with black pants
We have determined above that you can wear your brown belt with black pants. So, how do you ensure that you pull off the look elegantly?
- Brown Shoes. If you dress formally, wear black pants and a brown belt with brown shoes. This ensures that your outfit is not thrown off balance; it maintains that formal, well-coordinated look. Stick to dark browns for formal wear.
- Matching shades of brown. Again, on that formal dress-up, you may want to make sure that your belt and shoes come in the same shade of brown. So, don’t mix the dark browns with the lighter browns.
- Light brown belts for casual wear. A light brown belt will look great against the black pants and black shoes when dressing up casually. It creates a bold, elegant look that works well with black jeans, chinos, or dress pants, even the ones made of rugged fabrics.
- Light-colored shirt. To create contrast between the black pants and the brown belt, always opt for a light-colored shirt, for example, a baby blue, white, or off-white shirt.
Conclusion
How daring are you? Essentially, this question will guide your choice of accessories and the belt/shoe color you wear with the black pants.
Black is generally the safest color for most people, but for non-traditional fashionistas, brown, silver, and even gold belts work perfectly for daring.
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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.