Feel like I'm taking steps in the right direction. Down 13 lbs since new year, some new clothes, and boots. Fresh cut and feeling better than I've felt in a while. Got a ways to go but have started the Journey.

It has been right at a month since I purchased 3 Anson belts. Let me qualify my statement by saying that I have worked in retail my entire life and I’m sure I have literally sold 1000’s of belts. I am really impressed with the quality of the leather and the buckles. I have never had belts that were so easy to operate and adjust unobtrusively in public. They hold well and I have had no issues with the buckles coming off of the strap when under pressure (and guys, I can put some pressure on a belt!). I leave the buckle on the strap all the time and haven’t really swapped them around any. They were really easy to cut the first time just cut longer than needed and then you can take more off later. I purchased a black, a dark brown and a lighter suede tan color. To my surprise I have used the lighter color belt much much more than I have the others. I was expecting to get the most use out of the dark brown. I store them in the travel bags and as a side effect of this they maintain a slight left hand curve which makes these belts extremely easy to put on and the belts seem to just find the belt loops without any fiddling around from me and my short arms! Several people have noticed and commented on the belts mainly because the buckles are so unique. This is where I would normally mention negatives but as I sit here, I can’t think of any. I know a lot of guys here already use them but for anyone new and wondering this would be a solid excellent value purchase. I waited for the Father’s Day sales and used the buy 2 get one free promotion. So I got 3 belts for &100 and I believe free shipping. Shipping was quick with the belts arriving in around 5 business days. They were packed securely and the buckles were individually wrapped in plastic film. This is a great belt by what appears to be a great family run American based company.

Hey guys fairly new to dressing up and I got a new sports jacket. My wife says I shouldn't cut the little x bands on the back flap. Should I cut or leave in? Thanks in advance.

Collars and Co polo, Anson Belt, Martin Dingman sneakers

Gents, gratitude sharpens perspective. What’s one thing you’re thankful for on your style journey? A mindset shift? A well-fitted jacket? The confidence to walk into a room and own it? Drop it below. 👇 Let’s celebrate progress—no matter how small. Because when you recognize growth, you build momentum.