Let’s face it, we are all getting larger. You can’t escape the news reports telling us that the people of this country are getting bigger. This means that men are becoming big men and big men are becoming even bigger men, and they all need to fit into their tuxedo while looking sharp.
There have been many discussions regarding the tall person and how he can dress without over emphasizing his physique. However we are concerned with big men. How can they wear a tuxedo in the best possible way so as to give the appearance of being slimmer.
First, understand that buying a tuxedo off the shelf will be of no assistance. It is essential that you have your tuxedo made to order by a professional tailor who knows the impact that different styles and colors will have upon your appearance.
Color will make a huge difference. Black, as everyone know, will make you look more slender. This is fortuitous, because black is an adaptable color for a tuxedo, and it can be worn for any occasion.
Line is also very important. Vertical stripes, such as pinstripes, can be very slimming. Of course, you don’t want a boldly striped tux! Just a very subtle and fine pin striping will give the illusion of slimness without the gaudiness of a pattern.
A tuxedo made of lightweight materials are always the better choice. Lightweight materials will allow you to remain cool, and heavy materials can make you look plump. When your tailor measures you, he will let you see what materials can be used to make your tuxedo.
Give a bit of thought to your weight. It could be possible for you to spend a lot of money having a tuxedo made-to-measure so that it fits you perfectly. Then you lose weight.
One last point, never wear anything outrageous. A nice dark tuxedo worn with an Hawaiian shirt would certainly he considered outrageous and will only succeed in drawing unwelcome attention to the big man beneath.