Measurement Guide for Handmade Leather Belts & Dog Collars
How to Measure Your Belt Size
Measuring an existing belt
When investing in a handmade leather belt crafted with traditional British leatherwork, getting the right size is key for comfort and style. The best way to find your belt size is to measure a well-fitting belt you already own.
Lay your existing belt flat on a table.
Using a measuring tape or ruler, measure from the leather fold (where the buckle attaches) but do not include the buckle itself — measure to the hole you use most often.
Take the measurement in centimetres or inches.
This simple step ensures your new bespoke leather belt or custom belt will fit perfectly and last for years.
How to Measure Your Body for a Made-to-Measure Leather Belt
If you don’t have a belt to measure, you can measure your waist or hip where you plan to wear your custom leather belt.
Thread a soft tape measure through your trouser belt loops.
Stand naturally — don’t hold your breath or push out your stomach.
Pull the tape snug but not tight.
Measure in inches or cm, then round up to the nearest whole number.
Pick the belt size closest to this measurement to ensure a comfortable fit.
How to take a measurement from your trouser/waist size
An easy – but less accurate – way to determine belt size is to simply add 2 inches to your ‘off-the-rack’ trouser size. For example, if you wear a 36” waist trouser, then a 38” belt size will be a safe bet. Most will find this simple formula works best for trousers worn at a traditional height–close to the natural waistline. For a belt to wear with low rise trousers or jeans, consider adding 3” to your trouser size.
– If your trouser size = 32, choose belt size = 34
– If your trouser size = 34, choose belt size = 36
– If your trouser size = 36, choose belt size = 38
– If your trouser size = 38, choose belt size = 40
Note: Belt Sizes shown in UK standard size
Measuring for a Bespoke Dog Collar
A bespoke leather dog collar made with traditional British craftsmanship deserves the perfect fit, too.
Take your dog’s current collar and lay it flat.
Measure from the leather fold (not including buckle) to the hole most used.
To double-check, measure around your dog’s neck where the collar sits, using the same looseness.
Always slip two fingers under the tape for comfort — dog collars should never be too tight.
No collar to measure? Simply measure your dog’s neck where the collar will rest and add two fingers under the tape. The final measurement will be the centre hole, with two holes either side for adjustment.
