The answer about the belt that cantáte told me.
Hello.
I’m Ishibashi from cliché.
What do you use as your criteria when choosing trousers?
Silhouette, length, material, color.
In many cases, these are probably the points you consider when choosing one.
You determine the ideal look based on your mood at the time and its balance with the tops you already own.
So what about belts?
When you stop to think about it, it is surprisingly difficult to picture the ideal belt.
“Black or brown?”
“Silver or gold buckle?”
Many people probably choose one for the time being based on criteria such as these.
It is certainly a part that is not easily noticed, and perhaps we do not think about it as deeply as we do about trousers.
But in fact,A single belt can significantly change the impression of your trousers.。
More precisely,The key component that influences the overall styling.That’s what I believe!
So what should you use as the basis for choosing one?
Of course, the leather and buckle colors must first and foremost align with your ideal.
With that in mind, the most important factor is how well it pairs with your trousers.
A belt is, above all, an additional item.
If it makes too strong a statement, the styling loses cohesion and the belt feels out of place.
At the same time, if it is too ordinary, the overall look becomes indistinct and it cannot fulfill its role as an accent.
That subtle balance is the most important consideration when choosing a belt.
<cantáte>
”Ribbon Belt”
COLOR: BLACK, BROWN, NATURAL / CAMEL
SIZE: 0(71cm~84cm), 1(83cm~98cm)
￥48,400- TAX IN
The cantáte belt isIts ability to pair with trousers and elevate an outfit is exceptional.That’s what it is.
The design is thoroughly simple.
The front is slim, while the center back is wider.
It retains the appeal of a slim belt while eliminating the unpleasant feeling of it shifting inside the belt loops.That’s what it is.
Even so, when incorporated into an outfit, it gives off an elegant, quiet presence without losing its impact.
The reason lies in the original buckle and the meticulously calculated belt-width design.
while the square buckle is finished smoothly so the edges are not too pronounced, and given a moderate sheen to create an elegant impression.
Furthermore, its distinctive construction widens from front to back,
It looks clean and stylish from the front, while the back holds securely and resists shifting.
This design achieves a balance between beauty and practicality.which makes it blend perfectly with trousers!
(Top: new, middle: Matsushima-san’s personal item, bottom: Ishibashi’s personal item)
It’s been about a year since I got this belt.
Before I knew it,I’ve ended up using almost nothing but this one.
That’s how naturally it blends with any pair of trousers.
I wear it all the time, except when wearing sweatpants or on the occasional day when I’m in the mood for brown.
I wear this belt around 300 days out of 365.
It has become that integrated into my daily life.
As a result, my own has already developed considerable patina, gaining a rich luster and supple feel.
And these changes make it pair even better with trousers.
With denim, its character deepens as the color fades, while paired with slacks, its refined depth truly stands out.
With that in mind, I tried it with several pairs of trousers available at cliché.
Please pay attention to how well it pairs with trousers, as well as its presence when viewed as part of the overall styling.
<cantáte>
”Fine Garbadine French Trousers”
COLOR: BLACK×OFF WHITE, NAVY, MARON
SIZE : 44, 46, 48
￥132,000- TAX IN
With cantáte slacks, keep it chic with a black belt.
CREDIT
cantáte ”Washable Wool L/S Shirt”
The belt I’m wearing is from my personal collection.
Its natural sheen highlights the refined quality of the trousers, while the grain adds a sense of depth and character.
Even with the simple combination of slacks and a long-sleeve T-shirt, the belt tightens the overall look, creating a subtly sophisticated mood.
<cliché>
”EX WIDE TROUSERS”
SIZE : S, M, L, XL
￥33,000- TAX IN
Add a touch of flair with BROWN to the subdued mood of the GRAY slacks.
CREDIT
cantáte “The Shirt”
First, GRAYSAX shirt with the slacks. This combination is exceptional.
Add a brown belt, and an effortless sophistication and sense of ease emerge all at once.
Black would of course work as well, but it can feel somewhat monotonous.
That is precisely why brown, chosen deliberately.
SAX × GRAY × BROWN。
This is a combination we highly recommend trying this autumn.
<cantáte>
”Denim Flare Trousers”
SIZE : 26 , 28 , 30 , 32 , 34 , 36
￥49,500- TAX IN
Add an accent to beautifully shaped flare denim with a CAMEL belt.
CREDIT
cantáte ”EX Wool Deep Skipper L/S Shirt”
Create a classic mood with a dark-toned knit polo and denim.
Unifying the belt and bag in bright brown tones adds color and lightness.
“Somehow, the styling just isn’t coming together.”
In moments like that,Simply coordinating the colors of your accessories tightens the entire look.
<m's braque>
”GATHERED WAIST PANTS”
COLOR : SAX BLUE
SIZE : 38, 40
￥53,900- TAX IN
For trousers in pale tones, matching the tone with a NATURAL belt also looks appealing.
CREDIT
cantáte ”Stupid Shaggy Cardigan”
A relaxed mohair cardigan with wide-leg trousers.
Even with relaxed styling, pairing the belt in natural allows it to blend with the trousers while still making a strong impression.
Especially naturalA color that shows significant patina over time。
The more it is worn, the more depth it gains, developing a lustrous, honey-like sheen.
Softness for casual looks, and a refined accent for more polished ones.
As the belt develops, even the way your styling looks continues to change—that is the unique appeal of this color.
A belt is not merely “something that holds up your trousers.”
An essential piece that elevates the overall styling.
That is precisely why it is important to choose a belt that works with any trousers while still making its presence felt.
A belt that naturally blends into every everyday style and develops into a piece uniquely your own with age.
The cantáte belt is precisely that answer.
cliché Ishibashi
