{"id":6581,"date":"2023-02-25T09:09:22","date_gmt":"2023-02-25T09:09:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/howtostyle.com\/?p=6581"},"modified":"2023-02-25T09:09:22","modified_gmt":"2023-02-25T09:09:22","slug":"how-to-wear-a-concho-belt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/howtostyle.com\/how-to-wear-a-concho-belt\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Wear A Concho Belt?"},"content":{"rendered":"

How To Wear A Concho Belt?<\/span><\/h1>\n

A concho belt<\/a> is a traditional Native American accessory comprising a series of conchos (ornamental discs) and a belt. Regarding Native American jewelry, one of the most striking pieces is the Concho belt. These silver decorative pieces are often adorned with inlaid Turquoise, Coral, and Lapis gemstones.<\/span><\/p>\n

Concho belts are a long-standing Native tradition that reportedly began appearing in Navajo in the late 1860s or early 1870s. Other Native Americans, such as Zuni and Hopi, also made traditional concho belts before long.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Adding a concho belt to your wardrobe can instantly elevate your Southwestern style<\/a>. They add a unique touch to your outfit and help accentuate your waistline, giving you a flattering silhouette you’ll love wearing.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, if you wear a hoodie or sweater with long sleeves, layering a belt will keep the jacket in place and give your outfit an extra boost of southwestern appeal. Or if you’re wearing your favorite pair of denim jeans, a belt with conchos will give them an edge and make them stand out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Most belts have loops, which can secure your pants when you don’t want them to fall down. Brands like Levi’s and Wrangler have a history of awarding rodeo stars with large belt buckles. This is because they do big business making and selling belts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leather concho belts are generally made from an extra-long piece of leather. The leather belt is not punched and can be slid along the end panels until the hook and loop fit perfectly for your waist size.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also purchase a belt fitted with conchos and a buckle already on it. These are great options for people who want to add a concho belt to their collection but don’t have the time or the skill to customize their own.<\/span><\/p>\n

Depending on the design of the belt, you may need to punch holes in the leather for the buckle and conchos. Some leather-mounted conchos have a tongue that fits into the holes you’ve punched in the belt, but this style is often too long for standard waist sizes. Instead, punch a hole in the leather strap, slide the conchos to your desired length, or cut off the excess length.<\/span><\/p>\n

Link concho belts usually have 12 to 18 conchos connected by rings. They are quite adjustable and can be fastened to your waist with a buckle secured around any of the rings between the conchos.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some concho belts are all silver, while others might feature stones inset into the center or around the perimeter of the concho. These can be shiny or matte silver, antiqued, or highly polished.<\/span><\/p>\n

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