I love this belt. I'm dubious about its being made of genuine leather--it doesn't quite have the texture of leather, and it initially had that chemical odor that new pleather (that is, faux leather) often has--but it is nonetheless quite attractive and very well made. The clever braided construction not only looks stylish but also enables the wearer to adjust the belt much more precisely than a standard strap-like belt would allow, so I personally find this belt to be super comfortable. And yes, it does a great job holding my jeans up, too. Its price tag is a wee bit higher than I'd usually pay for a casual faux-leather belt, but in my opinion, the overall quality and style of this one make it well worth a few extra bucks.