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The knowledge Gear
From left to right: Parkerville weave tan with bronzed clasp From RM Williams (www. rmwilliams.com.au; 020 7629 6222) The verdict: Versatile, rustic-style ladies’ belt, made in Australia, with an attractive narrow weave. The damage: £29.95 Red and green chevron design From SATS (www.satsfaction.com; 01285 841 542) The verdict: Supple leather with a strong brass buckle. Traditional gaucho style. Available in nine different lengths; made in Argentina. The damage: £28 Pale cowhide From Uber Polo (www.uberpolo.com; 01428 643 534) The verdict: Pale unisex belt with decorative stitching on the buckle and
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strap. Stylish and flexible. The damage: £40
heavy, strong buckle and loops. Chunky. The damage: £39.95
contrasting pattern on the buckle. The damage: £40
Felipe Azul brown and black From Estribos (www.estribos.co.uk; 0208 398 2573) The verdict: An individual Greek key design with sturdy clasp. Masculine and functional. The damage: £30
Multicoloured summer belt From SATS (www.satsfaction.com; 01285 841 542) The verdict: Solid brass buckle 2.5 cm wide, ideal for narrow belt loops. A vibrant style. The damage: £28
Brightly coloured Guatemalan From Roxtons (www.roxtons.co.uk; 0845 260 6118) The verdict: Colourful fabric and leather design from Guatamala. Striking and summery. The damage: £35
Ollie Cristian Crudo, with diamond design From Estribos (www.estribos.co.uk; 020 8398 2573) The verdict: The embroidered rawhide makes for an extremely strong belt that will last years and years. Decorative yet robust. The damage: £30
Soft brown leather with pewter buckle featuring raised polo sticks From Rather Random (www.ratherrandom. co.uk; 01608 811903) The verdict: A stylish, classy belt, made in Argentina. The clasp will make you stand out from the crowd. Available in four lengths. The damage: £65
Embroidered leather with flower design From Uber Polo (www.uberpolo.com; 01428 643534) The verdict: Perfect for summer, available in a variety of colours. Girly. The damage: £40
Blythewood tan leather From RM Williams (www.rmwilliams.com.au; 020 7629 6222) The verdict: Soft leather men’s belt with
Black and white cowhide From Uber Polo (www.uberpolo.com; 01428 643534) The verdict: Strokeable cowhide with
Argentine leather in fuchsia From Roxtons (www.roxtons.co.uk; 0845 260 6118) The verdict: A feminine belt for all seasons, 3cm wide. Girly gaucho cool. The damage: £39 F