If you haven't tried this type of adjustable belt all I can say is 'get one. Buy one." I was pleased with the quality of this belt. until I put it on and, despite taking two measurements, found it was too short. The instructions say the belt should be 7 inches longer than your waist measurement before you buckle The problem is that the trace is 1.5 to 2.5 inches from the end of the belt than similar belts (see the "tail" that sticks out when the belt is fastened at the waist).