I didn't know how wide this strap would be until I saw it up close. It is 1.5 inches wide. It will look great with jeans or khakis. But as a belt for a dress, it's too wide. In fact, it probably won't fit in the belt loops of most dress pants (trousers). The belt itself makes a very good impression. The buckle is quite big, but it needs to be big enough to fit the width of the belt. My waist measurement is between 34 and 35 inches. I bought a size 36 belt and it barely fits. If you are unsure of the size you need, please order a larger size. I love this belt, especially for the price.