Men's Fashion Tips: How to Dress for Your Shape

From tall and slim to short and muscular, every man's body is different. So why should we all try and wear the same style of clothes? Instead, we should be complimenting our body shapes by choosing clothes which perfectly suit us. Shopping is an experience best shared with a friend or loved one. It is a great excuse to try on some stylish shirts or dinner jackets. It is far more fun to visit your local mall than stay in and simply shop online while you play some Cheekybingo and listen to music. So before your next shopping outing, why not see which style of clothes best suit your body shape by reading the style guide below?

Tall and thin torso:  If you have a lean body shape then this means you do not need to worry about disguising your gut. Instead you should emphasise your washboard stomach by wearing shirts you can tuck in your jeans as well as choosing V-Neck fitted shirts. However, if you are quite skinny and you want to appear a little bulkier, try wearing horizontal striped shirts as these will widen the look of your torso. Plus, blazer jackets are ideal for bulking out your shape.

Michael Bastian Cotton & Linen-Blend Blazer
Michael Bastian Cotton & Linen-Blend Blazer

Short and stocky legs:  It is probably best for you to avoid wearing skinny jeans because this will draw attention to your thighs in particular and make them seem bigger. Instead, layer your tops (for example wear a shirt and a V-neck sweater over the top) or use eye catching pieces which draw attention to your upper half.

Maison Martin Margiela Suede Elbow Patch Knitted Cotton Sweater
Maison Martin Margiela Suede Elbow Patch Knitted Cotton Sweater

Long Legs with a short torso:  If you want to highlight your legs then buy slim-cut shirts to draw attention away from the small top half and team this with skinny jeans.

Blank Label Ralph Custom Fitted Shirt
Blank Label Ralph Custom Fitted Shirt

Balanced Body:  If your body is well proportioned, you want to dress to keep this shape. Avoid jeans with the waistline sitting too high or too low, and draw attention to your midsection instead.

Alexander McQueen Skull-Print Front-Pocket T-Shirt
Alexander McQueen Skull-Print Front-Pocket T-Shirt