How to Make Yourself Look Taller & Slimmer If You Are a Short Male
Few are blessed with a perfect physique. Fortunately, knowing what clothes are right for your frame, and wearing clothes that perfectly suit your body helps you look better and feel better. If you know you look good, you will exude self-confidence. The four basic design elements of clothing are proportion, line, color and texture. Getting these four elements just right and perfect for your body will help you look your tallest and slimmest. Does this Spark an idea?
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Always employ good posture. Stand up straight and keep your shoulders back. Avoid slouching. Slouching instantly makes you look inches shorter.
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Understand that dark neutral colors, such as navy and black, will make you look taller and slimmer. Dark colors absorb light, while lighter, brighter colors reflect light and pop out.
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Dress in one color to create a strong, unbroken vertical line, elongating the body's appearance. Wear the same color shoes, pants and belt to create a long leg line.
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Wear short jackets to create the appearance of long legs. Wear pants with slightly higher waists that sit at the natural waistline. Avoid pants with cuffs.
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Avoid double-breasted coats and pocket flaps.
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Keep your hair well trimmed, as shorter hair will make you look taller. Don't cover your neck or wear anything bulky around your neck. Your figure will look elongated if your neck shows.
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Avoid stiff fabrics, which will make you look boxy. Avoid bulky fabrics. Wear lightweight fabrics with enough weight to fall naturally.
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Wear ties that are the correct length. The tip of the tie should reach the waistband of your pants when tied.
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Avoid wearing long overcoats, which will make your legs look shorter. Wear coats just long enough to cover a suit jacket.
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Wear pants that have only a slight break when resting on your shoes.
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Tuck in your shirts. Wearing untucked shirts makes your legs look shorter.
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