Nuances of choosing men's clothing of large sizes, advice from stylists

A large number of middle-aged men fall into the category of people who fit into large clothing sizes. Until recently, choosing a suitable wardrobe for them was problematic. Style and personal preferences faded into the background, and they had to choose from what fit their size. Today, men's clothing of large sizes is presented in a wide variety by various brands. In order not to get confused among the offered assortment and to buy a truly suitable item, buyers will have to understand the principles of choosing Plus Size clothing.

Plus Size Size Chart

When choosing clothes for men of large build, it is important to consider generally accepted sizes and their corresponding measurements. Before you start shopping, it is important to evaluate:

• Chest volume. To calculate it, you need to use a tape measure to encircle your chest at its widest part;
• Hip diameter. To determine this indicator, a measuring tape is placed on the protruding areas of the buttocks;
• Waist size. The data is taken directly from the waist line. To determine it, you can use a thread or a thin rope. After tying a knot on the tape and a little activity on the part of the man, it is fixed on the narrowest part of the figure, which is the waist;
• Neck circumference (when choosing a shirt). The data is obtained by encircling the lower neck area with a sewing tape measure. In front, the tape is applied slightly above the jugular notch, and in the back - above the protruding vertebra.

The results obtained, which are in the intermediate values ​​of the size grid, should always be interpreted in favor of larger numbers. You can determine your size using the summary data table (Table 1).

Table 1. Correspondence of measurements to clothing sizes.

Size of the Russian Federation	Neck, cm	Chest, cm	Waist, cm	Hips, cm	European size
56	45	112	106	116	3XL
58	46	116	110	120	3XL
60	47	120	114	124	4XL
62	48	124	118	128	4XL
64	49	128	122	132	5XL
66	50	132	126	136	5XL
68	51	136	130	140	6XL
70	52	140	134	144	6XL
72	53	144	138	148	7XL
74	54	148	142	152	8XL
76	55	152	146	156	9XL
78	56	156	150	160	10XL
80	57	160	154	164
82	58	164	158	168
84	59	168	162	172
86	60	172	166	176

For large men, purchasing jackets, sweaters and other items of clothing that cover the torso area, except for shirts, should be based on the chest measurements. For the lower part of the body, when choosing jeans, trousers or shorts, it is necessary to be guided by the waist area values, and for shirts, the main indicator is the neck diameter. For the latter, your size can be estimated using the size chart of men's shirts (Table 2).

Table 2. Correspondence of measurements to the sizes of men's shirts.

Size of the Russian Federation	Neck	Breast	European size
56	45	112	3XL
58	46	116	3XL
60	47	120	4XL
62	48	124	4XL
64	49	128	5XL
66	50	132	5XL
68	51	136	6XL
70	52	140	6XL
72	53	144	7XL
74	54	148	8XL
76	55	152	9XL
78	56	156	10XL
80	57	160
82	58	164
84	59	168
86	60	172

Choose by body type

When choosing plus size men's clothing, you should avoid a loose cut. Many people think that it hides figure flaws perfectly and allows you to feel comfortable. But in fact, voluminous robes only make the situation worse, making the figure shapeless. In order for plus size clothing for men to be comfortable, you need to take into account the features of the figure and try to choose a style in accordance with them. The easiest to choose is home clothes for obese men. The main thing is to find a comfortable option that does not restrict movement. As a rule, this is a robe or trousers with a T-shirt.

When choosing a clothing model for going out or everyday wear, you may not find a ready-made option in the store. In this case, it is worth contacting a tailor. You can find suitable information on the Internet, newspapers, and bulletin boards and contact the master. As a rule, sewing does not take much time. When choosing a ready-made version of clothing or contacting a studio, it is worth knowing about the features of cutting clothes for fat men, depending on the purpose of its use.

Business suit

Suits make a man elegant, add solidity and speak of his status. Even if you avoid choosing this type of clothing, you will have to face it one day. In addition, for a large number of representatives of the stronger sex, a suit has long been perceived as a work uniform. Therefore, its choice should be approached very meticulously in order to be in comfortable conditions every day.

An important feature of a business suit is that it should fit perfectly, hiding flaws and emphasizing the advantages of the figure. To achieve this effect, you need to follow these recommendations:

1. Trousers should have pleats in the waist area and be straight cut;
2. It is worth choosing a single-breasted jacket with more than 2 buttons and a slight narrowing at the waist;
3. A large belly is well hidden by a wide tie;
4. Dark-colored vests worn under a jacket or light, contrasting shirts make you look slimmer and longer;
5. The material of the suit and shirts must be of a single color, with the exception of a thin, barely noticeable stripe as a print;
6. Wide, low-rise, no-crease trousers are a comfortable option for overweight men;
7. The fabric of the suit should be elastic and soft, fit smoothly, but not constrict the silhouette.

Clothes for sports

Comfortable and practical plus size sportswear should perfectly match the silhouette and be pleasant to the body. Thanks to elastic fabrics, most models designed for sports fit plump men perfectly, hiding all figure flaws. Plus size clothing elements for men include:

• T-shirts - it is better to choose cotton options that allow free air circulation. The cut of the product should be comfortable, without constricting elements. Polo shirts should be excluded immediately, as they will attract a lot of attention to the problem area of ​​the stomach and hips. Bright patterns, intricate prints, any decorative elements should be replaced with solid colors;
• Jackets - when choosing the style of a future purchase, it is worth paying attention to a loose or semi-fitted option below the waist, which does not taper downwards. The sleeves should be elongated, without cuffs, it is desirable to have stripes to visually reduce the volume of the arms;
• Sweatshirts - a comfortable option for sportswear made of soft fabric should be chosen in calm colors without an abundance of patterns. A hood is suitable only for those who do not have a problem area in the neck area;
• Trousers - trousers should not be too wide, the ideal option is tapered or straight legs with a wide elastic band. Stripes on the sides can visually lengthen the silhouette. It is important that they do not contrast sharply with the main color of the product.

Everyday sets

Among the various clothing styles, fashionable clothes in the Preppy and Smart Casual formats are best suited for overweight men. The first image is typical for students of elite universities. It consists of comfort, conciseness and high quality of the selected items. The second combines elements of business style and casual clothing (for example, a jacket from a business suit in combination with jeans and a non-classic shirt). Whatever format of things is chosen, it is worth adhering to some general recommendations:

1. Blazer – this wardrobe item is more informal than a jacket and hides the features of the figure better. A good option is a blazer with 3 buttons. This allows you to remove the emphasis from the waist due to the lack of folds;
2. Sweater, jumper, vest – due to increased sweating of obese men, it is better to choose items made of breathable natural fabrics, such as cashmere and wool. To lengthen the silhouette and emphasize the chest area, where there are rarely problem areas, it is worth choosing a sweater with a V-neck, a single color or a vertical print. It is worth giving up large knits and high multi-layered collars, as they create the illusion of greater volume;
3. Jeans are a must-have item of everyday style, which have long since become classics; they will go well with a jumper, a shirt worn untucked, or a blazer. Full-figured men should opt for simple models without unnecessary appliqués, overlays, and other decorative elements.

Outerwear

Large size outerwear should be chosen according to the same basic criteria as other options. For the cold season, obese men should choose jackets without down, synthetic padding and holofiber. Quilted down jackets should be forgotten in favor of traditional elegant coats and fitted sheepskin coats. The fabric should be matte, without shine, to avoid unnecessary attention to the figure and visually adding volume. Bulky warm clothing options should be avoided so as not to add extra pounds to your figure.

Another important feature of outerwear suitable for obese representatives of the stronger sex is that it should be longer than mid-thigh, depending on the style of the chosen model. The silhouette can be slightly fitted, but it should not be divided by any decorative elements in the waist area. In order not to weigh down the image, it is worth giving up voluminous scarves and heavy metal details in the decoration.

Fashion brands

In recent years, more and more popular global brands have been expanding their lines to include larger sizes of models. Some brands have gone further and launched the production of special models for obese people. You can find a suitable option for plus size clothing in the stores of the following manufacturers:

1. In the Noose & Monkey PLUS store you can choose a wardrobe for any style. Among the wide range of the brand, models of formal shirts and suits stand out;
2. Kiabi branded clothing will help those who prefer natural fabrics and unusual textures decide. A wide range allows you to choose all the necessary details of the image;
3. Plus size youth clothing can be found in the online store of French origin La Redoute;
4. The Castaluna brand is rich in basic clothing items. Among the successful options for plus size models, you can get lost in the proposed options of jeans and pullovers;
5. Fans of everyday casual style will be able to find a suitable set of clothes in the assortment of the English brand M&S Big & Tall.

 

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