Why Classic Navy?
Classic Navy is our most popular background color. It provides a great base for the multiple colors used in our life belts and is very easy to wear!
All of the belts ordered through our belt builder tool use a Classic Navy background color.
Do you have any design tips?
For custom Life Belts, we typically suggest between 7-12 icons (depending on the size of the belt as well, as bigger belts can fit more images!). We would typically encourage you to err on the side of more images than less - just helps tell a better story! Popular themes include family, pets, hobbies, alma maters, a wedding date, a favorite travel spot, a favorite food/drink, the list goes on and on!
You’re the designer and you’ve got a blank canvas, but we would suggest spacing out images based on color. We would also recommend separating images that are similar in size and shape.
If you choose to place the recipients initials on the belt, we recommend putting them as the last image on the far right hand side. This will place the initials on the right hip of the recipient when worn.
What side of the design will be closest to the buckle and what side will be closest to the holes?
The leather tab with the buckle will be on the left side of the belt. design The leather tab with the holes will be on the right side of the belt design.
Can I see some examples of Life Belts?
What if I want something that isn’t available on your Life Belt Builder?
While this Life Belt Builder has hundreds of great options, if you’re looking to create something different than what we offer here, please reach out to our custom design team for an even more personalized experience. Please note that anything not available on the Life Belt Builder will increase the price (typically by $50) and licensing restrictions may apply.
If you have already had a chance to work on your Life Belt design, click the SAVE/SHARE button in the top right corner of the application and click COPY LINK. Paste this link into your email to custom@smathersandbranson.com so that we can see right where you left off!
Alternatively, you can create the base of your design using this tool and click SAVE FOR LATER (instead of ADD TO CART). You will then be emailed a copy of your draft design and you can reply to the draft submission email to let our custom design team know what you are looking to customize.
In your email, please list the changes/additions you would like to make and let us know what each image represents. We can work from any JPEG or PDF, if you have files to attach.