I like braided belts mostly because you don't have to make a notch size fit. I wore it every day during my holiday to Europe this September. It fits fine. Goes with everything I wore. I only had to take one belt with me which means less to pack. My only concern is I just recently noticed where it is coming apart. I've barely had it a month. The plus side is it didn't cost a lot of money. If needed I would probably buy again.