Burnt Umber Vegetable Tanned Leather Belt

Burning Style

Set the World Aflame

Burnt umber is an earth tone consisting of reddish brown shades. Brown shades are one of the most popular colors for shoes in menswear, and red brown is one of the most favored for its warm hue and versatility.

Our particular iteration has a very warm, red tone that sets it apart without being jarring, meaning that it will pair harmoniously with a wide range of shoe leathers while maintaining its unique appearance.

This versatility is essential because, to be as stylish as possible, you should endeavor to match the leather of your shoes and belt.

Pairing Shoes and Trousers

When investing in your first pair of quality shoes, a red brown shade would be an excellent choice because of how easily this shade harmonizes with other colors.

Ensuring that your trousers complement your shoes is the first step in elegantly assembling the lower half of your outfit, and red brown pairs beautifully with many shades of blue, especially navy, and shades of grey, especially charcoal. It also looks elegant with bright shades like tan or stone, and shades of light brown.

You should not, however, pair your red brown shoes and belt with similarly brown trousers, because insufficient contrast can make your outfit appear muddy. We also suggest that you avoid red brown leathers with very dark shades like black, midnight blue, or dark grey.

Don’t Forget The Buckle!

The warm tones of this brown belt will appear especially striking with a gold buckle, which can also lend it a more casual air. A silver buckle will be more sedate and is therefore a suitable option for more formal occasions.

Questions?

If you have questions or need style advice in choosing a belt or buckle for yourself or someone else, let us know, we are happy to help.

SKUs: S 4054956029642 | M 4054956029635 | L 4054956029628

German Refinement

• Sustainably-Harvested German Bovine Leather
• Prepared in a Heritage German Tannery
• Veg-Tanned, Open Pore, Aniline-Dyed Leather
• Natural Leather Streaking Adds Artisanal Visual Interest
• Two Layer, All-Leather Construction
• Crease-Reducing Saffiano Leather Backing
• Five Layers of Edge Painting
• Artisanal Finishing Details
• Designed to Last for Decades
• Part of an Exchangeable Belt System

Luxury Craftsmanship

For those who feel that dressing is an art, this belt is a masterpiece. Made from German leather of the finest quality, it has only been improved by the skilled hands of heritage artisans.

Each layer has been attentively cut and sewn for neat, elegant lines. Stitching is tight and dense for a refined appearance and unrivaled longevity, with 9 stitches per inch or 3.5 stitches per centimeter. A hot iron has even been used to impress the edges on this belt for even cleaner, razor-sharp edges, a treatment seen only on high-end, luxury belts.

We sought out only the most talented and skilled artisans to make these belts for us. As devotees of craft, we are marketing these belts to a discerning clientele that can appreciate skill and handiwork and are willing to invest in a belt that offers unparalleled durability, limitless versatility, and peerless beauty.

Superior Belts

It Starts with the Cows

The leather for this belt was made from hides harvested in Germany from Alpine cows. Because they grazed in pastures with a colder climate, these cows were less likely to be bitten by bugs, meaning that their hides have considerably fewer blemishes than those from cows that lived in insect-dense regions.

A Legacy of Excellence

The hides are then tanned in a family-owned, heritage German tannery that has been in operation for over 130 years. Through the generations this tannery has developed unique approaches to leather production that create gorgeous leather that is truly unrivaled.

For instance, it is a house rule that this tannery only works with leather cut from the shoulder of the cow. The shoulder cut is well-suited to leather belts because it has a grain and overall dermal consistency that doesn’t warp, stretch, or crease even when under constant flex.

Because of where on the shoulder this leather is harvested from, a light streak or rippling may be visible in the leather. This is not a defect, but an essential part of the natural allure of this untreated, open-pore aniline-dyed leather.

Informed by Nature

With an eye towards sustainability, this tannery privileges traditional, natural methodologies that are consistent with environmental protection. These traditional processes are part of the legacy of knowledge, skill, and experience that has been passed down through the generations.

This tannery only creates vegetable-tanned leathers. The tanning process utilizes natural ingredients, including tannins derived from oak bark. The skins are greased with natural fats, which are not only better for the environment but also impart a warm, pleasant feel to the finished leather.

Care Instructions

• Due to an intensive dyeing process and the unique blend of waxes that protect their finish, our belts require minimum care.
• To keep the belt supple and shining, we recommend applying once every six months to a year a thin coat of clear quality shoe or leather cream.
• We suggest avoiding shoe polishes, as they can come off on your clothes or appear cracked if excess is applied to the belt’s surface.

Cleaning Instructions

• If your belt becomes dirty or soiled, first wipe down the stained area with a clean cotton or microfiber cloth dampened with a small amount of water. Allow the area to then dry fully.
• If the stain persists, you can apply a small amount of a quality leather cleaning solution, following all listed instructions.
• If your belt leather is ever nicked or damaged, apply a colored polish that matches your belt color over the damage area. Immediately wipe away any excess, and then polish the area with a cotton cloth.

Storage Instructions

• When not in regular use store your belts in a cool, dry place to prevent the leather from drying out or the color from fading.
• We prefer to store our belts hanging loosely from a belt rack or hook.
• If so desired, belts can be stored in a loose roll.
• Do not tightly roll your belt as doing so can cause the formation of creases.

How to Remove Creases

• If properly sized and cared for, this belt should not develop creases.
• If creases do develop, apply a leather cream to the affected area, following all listed instructions.
• We recommend utilizing a quality leather cream made with natural ingredients like mink, neatsfoot, or coconut oil, or beeswax.

Belt Dimensions

Short Belts

• The belt itself is at least 110 cm / 43″ long
• The length to the middle hole is about 95 cm / 37.5″

Medium Belts

• The belt itself is at least 120 cm / 47″ long
• The length to the middle hole is about 105 cm / 41″

Long Belts

• The belt itself is at least 130 cm / 51″ long
• The length to the middle hole is about 115 cm / 45″

Additional Information

• Each belt is about 4.3 mm / 4/24″ thick.
• Each belt is about 29 mm / 1.14″ wide.
• Each belt weighs between 90 and 120 grams / 3 to 4.2 ounces.
• Each belt features five diamond-shaped holes for the prong.
• These holes are spaced about 2.5 cm / 1″ apart
• Please note that if you pin the belt through its last hole, it can accommodate waists of an additional 5cm / 2″, although we do not recommend wearing the belt in this way as it can appear distended or stubby.

Cutting Your Belt to Size

• Our belts are designed to be cut down to size from their unfinished edge so that they fit you perfectly. We offer individual sizing to reduce waste where possible.
• Try the uncut belt on for size to determine exactly where you want to cut it.
• Cut the belt down to size using sharp scissors or a sharp knife.
• If you are not sure about your size, you can always buy the longest belt and cut more of it down.