STYLE MISTAKES THAT CAN MAKE YOU LOOK FAT
Unfortunately, style isn’t easy. It does require effort, focus on the fit, trial room exercises, choosing the right colour palettes and well, the right pieces that suit your body type. It’s difficult, we know. But take heart, it only sounds difficult. With just a few simple tips/tricks and some sartorial know hows, you’re bound to fare well with your uniform everyday. You only need to pay attention to what you choose. That said, a lot of us don’t have the perfect body to flaunt. Yet, if a guy is thin enough to wear almost anything, the least he can do is — not appear fat. Unless, of course, he’s hell-bent on succumbing to the listed pointers here. Men, take notes...
1 BAGGY PANTS
If you’re an oxygen-led human who lives on a planet called Earth, here’s a reminder — throw your baggy pants/ jeans out of the window. And definitely avoid wearing them in public. Why? One, because baggy pants make you look bigger than you really are. Two, they also make you look unnecessarily broader. And three, they just don’t flatter your body in any corner. While wearing slightly loose pants is alright, the really baggy pants do absolutely no justice to your look. Neither will they score you any brownie points with the women. Likewise, since anything skinny fits you like second skin, if your legs aren’t your best assets, we strongly suggest that you keep skinny jeans away in your closet. Slim fits are the best bet for most men because they sit just right on the hips and legs.
2 ANYTHING WITH HORIZONTAL STRIPES
Your eyes are easy — they look at a line from one end to the other. So, clearly, if there’s a horizontal line that moves from the left to the right, your eyes will move in the same direction (or maybe right to left). Result? You’ll appear broader. Why do that to yourself? Opt for vertically striped apparel instead. Vertical stripes look far better than their horizontal counterparts any day. However, rugby stripes are spiffy, so, if you’re wearing them anyway, proceed with caution.
3 ALWAYS TUCKING IN YOUR T-SHIRT
In most cases, doing this is a part of good (or professional) manners. However, it’s something that might be highlighting all your problem areas. Tucking your T-shirt into your jeans/ trousers will contour your stomach area, which is bound to glorify what’s odd around there. Don’t tell us we didn’t warn you.
4 AN ILL-FITTED SUIT
Whether you’re a corporate honcho or not, nothing should stop you from spending money on a well-fitted suit. If your sleeves are too long or trousers are representing the Niagara falls, visit a tailor and get it suitably altered to sit snugly on your frame. Don’t allow extra fabric on your suit to add any unnecessary bulk on you.
Baggy pants make you appear bigger than you are
5 WEARING TOO MANY COLOURS TOGETHER
Breaking your body up with tons of colours, will only bring focus on each and every part of your body. And in case there flaws in any given area, it’s almost like you’re bringing the spotlight to it. So, preferably wear just one or two colours all over, or tints/ shades of the same colour or best — stick to only dark colours.
Unfortunately, style isn’t easy. It does require effort, focus on the fit, trial room exercises, choosing the right colour palettes and well, the right pieces that suit your body type. It’s difficult, we know. But take heart, it only sounds difficult. With just a few simple tips/tricks and some sartorial know hows, you’re bound to fare well with your uniform everyday. You only need to pay attention to what you choose. That said, a lot of us don’t have the perfect body to flaunt. Yet, if a guy is thin enough to wear almost anything, the least he can do is — not appear fat. Unless, of course, he’s hell-bent on succumbing to the listed pointers here. Men, take notes...
1 BAGGY PANTS
If you’re an oxygen-led human who lives on a planet called Earth, here’s a reminder — throw your baggy pants/ jeans out of the window. And definitely avoid wearing them in public. Why? One, because baggy pants make you look bigger than you really are. Two, they also make you look unnecessarily broader. And three, they just don’t flatter your body in any corner. While wearing slightly loose pants is alright, the really baggy pants do absolutely no justice to your look. Neither will they score you any brownie points with the women. Likewise, since anything skinny fits you like second skin, if your legs aren’t your best assets, we strongly suggest that you keep skinny jeans away in your closet. Slim fits are the best bet for most men because they sit just right on the hips and legs.
2 ANYTHING WITH HORIZONTAL STRIPES
Your eyes are easy — they look at a line from one end to the other. So, clearly, if there’s a horizontal line that moves from the left to the right, your eyes will move in the same direction (or maybe right to left). Result? You’ll appear broader. Why do that to yourself? Opt for vertically striped apparel instead. Vertical stripes look far better than their horizontal counterparts any day. However, rugby stripes are spiffy, so, if you’re wearing them anyway, proceed with caution.
3 ALWAYS TUCKING IN YOUR T-SHIRT
In most cases, doing this is a part of good (or professional) manners. However, it’s something that might be highlighting all your problem areas. Tucking your T-shirt into your jeans/ trousers will contour your stomach area, which is bound to glorify what’s odd around there. Don’t tell us we didn’t warn you.
4 AN ILL-FITTED SUIT
Whether you’re a corporate honcho or not, nothing should stop you from spending money on a well-fitted suit. If your sleeves are too long or trousers are representing the Niagara falls, visit a tailor and get it suitably altered to sit snugly on your frame. Don’t allow extra fabric on your suit to add any unnecessary bulk on you.
Baggy pants make you appear bigger than you are
5 WEARING TOO MANY COLOURS TOGETHER
Breaking your body up with tons of colours, will only bring focus on each and every part of your body. And in case there flaws in any given area, it’s almost like you’re bringing the spotlight to it. So, preferably wear just one or two colours all over, or tints/ shades of the same colour or best — stick to only dark colours.
