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Ann Ruthenburg
HELLO there everyone. I hope you all had a good week. Make sure you carry your umbrella and or raincoat, weather can change anytime. You don’t want to get the flu or worse.Today, I am responding to a letter from a gentleman who said he is very tall and struggles to find anything that looks good on him.
Your body type is not really an issue, let me see if I can help you here. When you say you are tall, I am presuming you are over 5’11”. I am not sure of your body shape, tall and thin, or tall and muscle.
For men who have a lean build or an average amount of muscle mass, being tall is a huge pro as clothing hangs better on taller individuals which means you can wear just about anything and look great. Additionally, most societies tend to view extra inches as an advantage for males and women often find tall men extremely attractive. So if you know how to dress yourself stylishly your professional and interpersonal success will skyrocket. In fact, the only real downside to being tall is that if you are on the extreme end of the spectrum, it can be difficult to find clothes that are long enough for your body.
In my view, two general rules apply to fit when dressing a tall body. First, avoid clothing that is oversize as it will hang off your body strangely. Also, skip anything that is extremely fitted as it will make you appear awkward if you have a large build or like a beanpole if you’re slender. When specifically considering the top half of the body, there are a few supplementary guidelines men with tall bodies can follow to enhance their appearance. Shirts must absolutely be long enough to tuck into your pants, even if you are not in the habit of wearing your shirts that way. It can be tricky to find longer shirts, but failure to do so will mean you risk looking like a big kid.
Cropped jackets will have a similar effect on you as they will make your body appear disproportionate by emphasising the length of your legs. Instead, opt for jackets and blazers that end just below the hip as this length adds neither height nor width to your frame. You should also know that blazers with two buttons are a better choice for you as three-button blazers will further elongate your body.
For tall dudes with an average-to-lean build, double-breasted jackets are extremely flattering. As well, coats that fall just below the knee, particularly belted models, will really command respect on a tall frame. Straight-leg trousers and jeans rather than tapered or boot-cut bottoms look best on tall bodies, though when you are tall, bottoms should always be tried on prior to purchasing in order to ensure that their inseam is long enough to cover the top part of your shoe.
to be continued…
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