Bought a size 32 burgundy belt to match shoes of the same color but the belt was too small. I usually wear pants with a 29/30 waist and this belt barely fits. I like my straps to be bigger and I have a leather punch so I sent it back and ordered the 38 in brown. Just received and it fits great. It's a good, significant weight and the strap width is perfect. The buckle feels strong - not flimsy. I think it's real leather, although it's not listed anywhere on the belt itself. I will also order black. I'm a woman and I generally find that men's belts are better made and last much longer. If this belt is actually made out of leather, it will surely only get better with time and I will definitely enjoy it for many years to come.