Have you ever had a situation when buying a new jacket or suit, you found it difficult to choose a model? It is good if the seller in the store has a sufficient set of knowledge and experience to choose the size exactly for your physique. But what if the salesperson is yesterday's university graduate and doesn't know much about classic clothes? Today we will talk about how to choose a jacket for men with different physiques.
A person who understands whether a jacket is sitting on him or not increases not only his image, but also confidence in his actions and behavior. Nothing will interfere with him and will not distract him from important matters.
Body types.
Every self-respecting man should know his physique before going out to buy a jacket (or classic suit). This is not just a whim, but a real need to understand the features that you need to pay attention to so that the jacket fits you properly.
Clothing manufacturers tend to meet the demand of anyone with a lean physique, apt to be overweight, or a male over 2 meters tall. In this article, we'll talk about the most common body types: tall, short, full.
Men's blazer styles.
In previous publications, I wrote how to choose a classic men's suit, where the jacket was taken apart in details, so I will only partially repeat what I have written.
The classic jacket is currently presented in several traditional variations. For example, there are single-breasted jackets, where the buttons are sewn in one row from top to bottom, or double-breasted, where the buttons are sewn in two rows. There are jackets with 2 buttons or even with 10 buttons. Etc.
In fact, the most common one today is a single-breasted jacket with 2 or 3 buttons (some models are sewn even with one single button), there are slits in the lower back – slots (one or two slits).
Double-breasted classic jackets are made with two rows of buttons, 3 per row. A total of 6 buttons. In this case, there are at least 2 splines. Side pockets can be either with flaps (a cape on top of the pocket, covering it), or without them.
Which of these two classic jackets to choose is up to you. Everything should fit the style you follow and your physique. The width of the lapels, the number of buttons and slots must be selected, also in accordance with your physique.
Jacket for a tall man.
For taller people, a 3-button single-breasted jacket can be recommended. The sleeve of the jacket can be made a little longer to cover part of the arm and bring your eyes to your face. Side vents will fit a tall, thin man to appear a little tighter.
For tall men, choose an elongated jacket to slightly cover long legs. Choose wider lapels to emphasize the width of the shoulders and chest. This rule applies to both single-breasted and double-breasted jackets.
If you prefer a three-piece suit, then a jacket should be chosen with at least three buttons to compensate for a long torso, and even with a slightly protruding vest, which visually lengthens you.
Jacket for a short man.
For people of short stature, it is recommended to wear a single-breasted jacket with 1 or 2 buttons. It creates a beautiful V-neckline that visually stretches the torso. Slots should be required to create the illusion of height with straight cuts.
For shorter men, choose a shorter jacket to slightly lengthen the legs. Lapels should be narrower and longer. Lapels with pointed right angles are perfect for making a man look more tall.
Short men should avoid double-breasted jackets, as well as single-breasted jackets with 3 or more buttons. No slot, also not your option. Pockets should be fitted without flaps if possible, so the jacket will look better on short men.
Jacket for overweight / large men.
Fat people have a wide girth, and they need a jacket to minimize their weight, as well as visually stretch the torso. The best option would be to choose a single-breasted jacket with 1 or 2 buttons, and try not to unbutton the jacket, even when sitting indoors. The jacket will keep any unevenness in place and you will look your best.
For large men, as well as for small men, it is preferable to have slots on the bottom of the jacket, as well as narrow and long lapels on the front. This will visually draw you out in the eyes of others.
If you prefer a double-breasted blazer, then that's a good choice. However, the jacket should have no more than 6 buttons, and the side pockets should not be covered with flaps. In this case, a double-breasted jacket will make you slimmer and visually pull you up.
Here is a short list of rules to remember when choosing a classic suit or jacket for a man in a store. Knowing yourself and your physique, as well as some tricks of visual perception, you can hide many flaws, emphasize your advantages.
I hope that after reading the article, you will not have any difficulties. Knowing how to choose a jacket for a man, and you can easily choose the right style and shape for yourself. The main thing is 'that the suit fits'.
