I have always loved the feel and texture of Ostrich skin and this mock version is astoundingly good - the tonal effect achieved with the 'Quills' (the quills always a darker tone than the base leather) makes this belt a particularly easy one to wear. The ostrich look is always fresh and its inherent design is subtle enough for it to work well with all sorts of outfits from formal to casual. As a belt you can choose to keep it elegant by using a simple buckle design but should you wish to experiment you will find that this belt is a great base for a more extravagant buckle choice! A timeless wardrobe addition without doubt.