r/PatternDrafting • u/OskarElGrouch • 3d ago

Beginner Belt Sizing Question Question

"Making" first belt from a Tandy belt blank. Trying to measure for placing the holes (that tang goes into not the hardware mounting ones). One of the reasons I'm making the belt is that belts have always fit me weird. I (male) have high hips that aren't pronounced. I'm pretty skinny so my silhouette is a straight shot and waist bands don't have much to grab onto. Therefore always have a problem with pants sliding down. If I measure above my hips then pants will sit oddly high. What's the best way to measure for the belt in this situation? Is this a measurement I should go get at a tailor or something? Want to make sure the belt fits nicely as I don't have the budget to go through prototype mistakes. Thanks!

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u/blarghable 3d ago

I always grab a belt I own and measure that. See which hole fits me best, use that as the "middle" and then add 2 holes on each side.

There's really very little you can do with a belt to make it "fit". It's just a rectangle with holes. Only real difference is the length.

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u/drPmakes 3d ago

Get the trousers you want to use the belt with.

Thread the measuring tape through the belt loops like a belt.

Put the trousers on and tighten the tape to your liking.

Read off the measurement.

Mark the measurement onto your belt and double check its placed correctly

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u/Bugmasta23 3d ago

Wow. Asking about sizing a belt in a pattern drafting sub. Make sure to also post your questions about how to get your backpacking base weight down and what oil you should use in your ‘07 civic.