Officer's belt

The officer's belt is part of the military uniform. But modern fashionistas and women of fashion actively use it as an unusual accessory that gives zest to any look. From this article you will learn not only the intricacies of wearing an officer's belt, but also its rich history.

For the first time, belts became part of military uniforms at the end of the nineteenth century. This first style was made from yuft leather. Later, a simple accessory was supplemented with a brass buckle. Its location has changed over time. Initially, it was located on the right, and then "moved" to the left. The buckle has always been completed with a standard five-pointed star. It had to be demonstrated to everyone, emphasizing one's belonging to a certain branch of the military, and according to the charter, the belt was worn over clothing, and not hidden.

This not only emphasized the pride of the military in their kind of activity, but was also very convenient and practical. The necessary equipment could be attached to the belt. A knife, a sapper shovel, and a flask were fixed there. Since all this weighs quite a lot, so that the belt does not slip, it was fixed with straps thrown over the shoulders. Although it was not very convenient to equip in such a form, all this was offset by the practicality of the form in everyday life and in battle.

Models also differed depending on where the person served: the belt of a naval officer of the tsarist army differed from other types of accessories, especially the buckle. It reflected all the necessary information about the type of troops and the country in which the person serves. The officer's buckles also stood out in gold.

Military belts of the 1935 model in 1938 began to be worn by cadets of all military schools in the USSR. They differed in that they were made not of classic dark, but of white leather. Cadets did not wear belts in everyday life, but only in combination with full dress. It was important that the belt always looked like new, and its buckle was rubbed to a shine.

German officer belts of the old model differed little from the Soviet ones. But at a time when the buckle of the representatives of the Soviet army was with a star, the Germans supplemented it with the sign of the Wehrmacht. They wore it in combination with a harness and a classic German uniform.

Already in 1969, the classic officer's belt was slightly modified. From that time on, the buckle was supplemented by a star, on which was the symbol of the USSR - the hammer and sickle. But this model didn't catch on.Now you can find such a model in many museums, but older military personnel are unlikely to tell you much about such an accessory.

The point here is also that a modern belt should no longer be so durable and functional. He does not have to "pull everything on himself." To date, all the necessary things the military put in an unloading vest. It is much more convenient and practical. The waist belt is especially convenient if the form is supplemented with body armor. In a belt with a buckle, the badge would cling to its edges.

However, as part of the dress uniform, the waist belt is still used. This applies both to the domestic military uniform and to the orders of troops from other countries. So at some festive events you will see a spectacular shape with a high-quality belt, proudly gleaming with a massive buckle.

Traditionally, belts for the military were made from genuine leather - this made them as durable and resistant to all kinds of damage as possible. Now the leather belt is less common. More convenient and practical options are nylon belts or durable canvas tape. Such models are better suited for everyday wear. If you wish, you can even find or make a fabric belt with your own hands. True, the material for it still needs to be chosen very durable.

The buckle also deserves a separate discussion. It is made of metal and consists of a frame and a tongue. A separate type of such a buckle is a plaque.This is the name of a metal accessory, supplemented with an inscription or a pattern. Maintaining a metal accessory in good condition was easy enough. Especially for its purification and getting rid of metal scratches, the military used a special paste and simple sandpaper.

There are several color variations of the officer's belt. Traditionally, comfortable and practical black and brown belts were chosen for everyday wear. Soldier belts are now also made in a comfortable and non-marking khaki color.

White belts were worn by cadets of military schools. This is a corporate distinguishing mark by which you can understand who is in front of you. The colors of the buckles also differ. The most common options are yellow, copper or silver. However, it all depends on the type of troops and the region. The ceremonial officer's belt is traditionally complemented by a golden buckle, but even here today there are exceptions.

A military belt should fit very well so that it does not have to be constantly corrected, tightened and adjusted. A high-quality officer's belt is a thing that will last you a long time, so its choice must be taken responsibly.

There is a fairly simple table with which you can choose a belt that suits your width. There are four sizes. Depending on your waist size, you can choose size 4, 3, 2 or 1.

Today you can find many belts of different quality and from different materials. It is best to contact proven factories that have been creating quality products for a long time.

A good option is to sew a belt to order. So the resulting accessory will fully meet your requirements, and if you contact a trusted studio, then there will be no doubt about the quality.

Initially, the belt was positioned solely as an addition to the military uniform. But over time, this has changed. Now, for the fact that you appear on the street in such a belt, they will not say anything negative to you.

If you plan to wear this accessory for its intended purpose, then you should perceive it not only as an element of decor, but also as a functional thing. Such soldier's belts are both fabric and leather.

However, even if you do not serve and have not served, but just want to wear a soldier's belt because it is convenient, it is quite possible to do it. Men, in principle, just need to fit this accessory into their wardrobe.

It can be easily combined with even the most ordinary jeans. It can be both classic and torn models. Jeans, a belt with a quality leather buckle and a simple plain T-shirt will help you look masculine and stylish in any situation. It is also quite possible to create an interesting look consisting of trousers and a leather belt. In combination with an office suit, such an addition will not look very good, but you can very well combine such a “rough” belt with a simple non-office cut shirt.

Girls today are actively replenishing their wardrobe with things in men's style. In combination with a light feminine look, such a rough accessory looks interesting and quite appropriate.

Let's look at some interesting options for women's bows that will "make friends" well with this unusual accessory. A properly selected belt in a rough men's style can replace a thin belt. You can use it to accentuate your waist line and make your figure more beautiful and graceful.

If the belt you choose is not very wide and is complemented by a small buckle, it is quite possible to wear it with dress pants and comfortable jeans.

Well, a very obvious stylistic decision is the combination of a military belt with military-style outfits. This style involves wearing trousers, t-shirts or sundresses with khaki colors. Such outfits are quite comfortable and look good on all girls. In military style, you can choose from a comfortable everyday outfit, and things for an interesting look that you can go for a walk or go to a party.

The officer's belt is a thing with a rich history. For a long time it was worn exclusively by the military. He gave reason for pride, emphasizing the person's belonging to the category of defenders of the fatherland. Over time, the appearance and purpose of this part of the military uniform has changed. However, it still remains relevant today. So you can see it not only in museums or private collectors, but also in everyday life.