Doshi Men’s Belt Sizing Guide – Accurate Sizing Made Simple
Use the charts below to find your size with confidence.
If you don't have a measuring tape, you can download and print our our printable measuring tape here.
We encourage you to measure your current belt because most pants manufacturers use "vanity sizing." This means the labeled sizes often don't match the actual measurements, as the waistbands are typically a bit larger than advertised.
Measuring your current belt is the most accurate way to ensure you choose the right belt size!
How to Measure Your Belt Size (The Doshi Way)
Forget the old “add 2 inches” rule. At Doshi, we recommend one of these two methods for accuracy:
- Method 1: Measure Your Waist – Wrap a tape measure around your waist where you normally wear your belt. Match the measurement to our chart.
- Method 2: Measure a Belt You Own – Lay a current belt flat and measure from the buckle (where the prong meets the frame) to the hole you use most often. That number is your true belt size.
For example, if you wear pants labeled size 34, you’ll likely need a Doshi belt size 34—not a 36 as other brands might suggest.
Why Doshi Belt Sizing Is Different
Traditional brands: Assume pant sizes are accurate, so they tell you to add 2″.
Reality: Pant sizes are often bigger than the label (vanity sizing).
Doshi belts: Follow the table above to get the most accurate sizing.
Belt Size vs Pant Size
Generally speaking, we have tried to have our belt sizes match your pants size:
- Traditional Rule: Pant Size: 34 → Belt Size 36
- Doshi Sizing: Pant Size: 34 → Doshi Belt Size 34
However, as noted above, different brands make their pants different sizes as per the picture above. One brand's size 34 might give you a 36 waist and another brand's size 34 might actually be a size 37 waist. This is why measuring is always best. It's only in a pinch that you should order a Doshi belt matching your pants size.
How a Belt Should Fit
A properly sized belt should fasten at or near the middle hole. Not everyone will fit perfectly into a belt so if you fit into a hole just before or after the middle, you're ok! That leaves a balanced length of strap—about 2–3 inches—after the buckle, so it fits neatly into the belt loops without hanging too long or falling short.
FAQs: Belt Sizing Questions People Ask
Should my belt size be bigger than my pants?
With most brands, yes—they tell you “pant size +2.” At Doshi, our belts are sized so that you can generally order the same size as your pants. For example, pant 34 usually equals a Doshi 34 belt. However, we can't stress enough how much better it is to measure a belt that you already own.
How do I measure belt length correctly?
Lay your belt flat and measure from the start of the strap (not including the buckle) to the hole you use most often. That measurement is your belt size.
What if I’m between sizes?
Choose the larger size. Some of our belts allow trimming, and ratchet belts adjust in ¼″ increments for a near-custom fit.
How long should the belt tail be?
Ideally, 2–3 inches past the buckle, enough to tuck into the first loop without dangling. Our charts help you get this proportion right.
Do belts stretch over time?
Cheap PU belts often stretch or crack. Doshi belts are made from premium microfiber vegan leather, which resists stretching and lasts much longer than traditional PU. In addition, most our belts are thicker than other vegan brands and leather counterparts in stores which makes it harder for the belt to stretch. The belt will eventually conform to your particular shape (and that's a good thing).
Does it matter where I wear my belt (jeans vs dress pants)?
Yes. Belts for jeans or casual pants usually run a little wider, while dress belts are narrower for a sleek, professional look. Sizing remains consistent, but the style may vary.