If you’re a guy and you lean a bit more towards the skinnier side, sometimes it can be hard to know how to choose the right clothes and outfits. Maybe you can’t find clothing that fits, or nothing feels quite right when you look in the mirror.
If you’re looking for a guide to how to dress if you’re a skinny guy, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some of the most basic tips if you’re just a little lost on how to dress in a way that feels right for you and your body type.
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Outfit Ideas For Skinny Guys
Below are a collection of outfits that will give you a really good idea on how to dress as a skinny dude. You’ll notice these outfits abide by our skinny guy principles: layering, thicker fabrics and structured pieces.
Key Tips For Skinny Guys
Layer up
First and foremost: layers. Not only are layers super “in” right now, but they’re a great way to add some extra bulk in your outfit without sacrificing comfort or looks. You just have to be strategic.
When you’re layering, try to choose pieces that have similar silhouettes, but different amounts of coverage. For example, a comfortable long-sleeve polo shirt under a vest adds a thicker layer in the chest area without covering up your arms.
Another option is a collared shirt under a chunky sweater, which allows you to have two layers of fabric while making it look purposeful with the stylish collar peeking out of the sweater.
Thick fabrics
Especially when it’s cooler outside, thick fabrics can add some extra bulk to keep you warm and fill out your figure just a little more.
Obviously you can opt to wear big coats and jackets, but some other examples of thick fabrics could be chunky sweaters, wool or linen shirts, stiff work pants, jeans, blazers, and shorts with an inner lining.
Make sure to check the tag for the type of material, and also feel the item of clothing to make sure it’s nice and thick.
Structured pieces
Finally, clothing items with a bit more structure can go a long way in rounding out your outfit. Instead of clothing that drapes across your body, opt for pieces like suit jackets, well-tailored khakis or chinos, and blazers with stiff collars.
These pieces will create a larger, more purposeful silhouette in your outfit.