PU Elastic And Chain Belts Compared For Fashion Ranges
Three belt constructions, three different jobs. Choosing by look alone is how a belt programme ends up with returns.
PU Leather Belts
PU gives the appearance of leather with far more consistency between production lots and a price a fashion programme can plan around. It suits belt loops, trousers and coats where the belt is expected to look structured.
Elastic Belts
An elastic belt stretches and recovers, so one size covers a range of waists. That shortens the size grid on a fashion range, which reduces both stock risk and returns. It is the natural choice for dresses, tunics and knitwear.
Chain Belts
A chain belt is worn as jewellery for the waist. It is not a fastening. What matters is link finish, weight and drape, and whether the metal is right for skin contact.
The Metal Question Applies To All Three
PU and elastic belts have buckles, chain belts are entirely metal. Nickel free and lead and AZO free material can be specified on any of them, and it must be specified before production rather than tested for afterwards.
Packing And Presentation
Belts sold at retail need to arrive ready to hang. An OPP bag with a paper card is the standard, and a logo and hangtag can be added so the belt does not need repacking at your end.
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Questions From This Guide
Which belt type has the shortest size grid
Elastic, because the stretch lets one size cover a range of waists.
Are belt buckles available nickel free
Yes, nickel free and lead and AZO free material can be specified on metal components.
Can belts be made to our own length and colour
Yes. Belts are made to the size and colour the customer requests.
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