8 CLOTHING TRICKS THAT MAKE YOU LOOK MUSCULAR
8 CLOTHING TRICKS THAT MAKE YOU LOOK MUSCULAR
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If you think that today’s fashion doesn’t suit you in terms of size or shape, chances are that you’re looking in the wrong place. Nowadays, we have outfits for every body type. You do not have to fit into a certain mold to have clothes look good on you. Instead, you can opt for outfits that fit well and are fashionable at the same time. Having great style is, after all, nothing but an illusion. You may hold yourself back because you don’t have the perfect body, but no one really does. We all have our fair share of imperfections and fashion is about how fearlessly you present them to the world.
Learn to be strategic and smart about your clothes, camouflaging your negatives and accentuating your positives to create a balanced image. Once you learn to appreciate your body shape and use the smart rules of dressing, then you will look amazing in the eyes and minds of others and the price point of the clothes will become academic.
If you’re short, you can wear footwear with heels. If you’re stout, dark colored clothes or those with vertical stripes can make you seem taller. There is a fix for every so-called ‘flaw’ in the fashion world. When it comes to men’s fashion, specifically, a lot of thought is put into looking more muscular. There are certain clothes, as it turns out, that give an illusion of fortitude to otherwise frail figures. You can get skinny arms to appear strong and a narrow frame to look broad by a simple switch in the way you dress.
If you’re looking for magical means to instantly look beefed up and muscular, while you steadily workout at the gym, then here are 8 clothing tips that you will love for immediate gratification.
Accentuate the V shape
A lot of men who work out often fail to realize that the idea of ‘buffing up’ is a big illusion. It is more about shedding weight and slimming down the waistline in comparison to the chest, as opposed to actually bulking up the biceps. This is what gives you those highly attractive V-cut obliques, which many men aspire to attain. If you have a frail figure, but want your body to look well-built, working out is not the only way. Instead, you can opt for clothing that makes your stomach look relatively slimmer than your shoulders. Tapered shirts and pants are one category of clothes that can help you do this.
Align the seams with your shoulders
Fashion is all about the fit. You may wear the fanciest clothes, but if they don’t fit you well, the look will fall flat. Picking your outfits on the basis of your body’s size and shape can also accentuate your built. This is why stylists give so much thought to something as simple as the seams of a shirt. They outright reject an outfit if its seams fall off the shoulders. If not that, they make sure it’s altered as per specifications. This is because loose seams give the impression that you’re not muscular enough. They make your arms look frail and floppy. So next time you’re out looking for a shirt, make sure the seams sit squarely on the shoulders.
Select slim fit shirts
No matter how outstanding an outfit is, it won’t look good if it doesn’t fit well. This is why it’s worth putting thought into the size and shape of the shirt you’ve selected. Anything that hangs loose is a big no-no because it makes you appear slender. Similarly, you don’t want something that’s too tight, as this will draw more attention to an already scrawny figure. To make your body look bulkier than it is, opt for outfits that fit just right. If you have skinny arms, go for shirts that have discreet shoulder pads. This will get your upper body to look brawnier than your hips.
Wear white
Go with long sleeves
If your arms are skinny or flabby, opt for clothing that doesn’t expose them. If your shirt has short sleeves, it will give away the thinness or fatness of your upper body. This is especially true for shirts that sharply contrast the color of your skin. Instead, go for full sleeves that hide the outline of your arms. If it’s too warm to wear full sleeves, roll the fabric up to your elbows. The folds will get your biceps to look bulkier than they are.
Layer your clothing
Another way to bulk up your body without working out is by layering your clothing. The more additions you make to your outfit, the more well-built you will look. Jackets, jerseys, coats and hoodies can be a savior for men with skinny arms. The heaviness of the fabric also makes a huge difference. Materials like tweed, flannel and corduroy have a textured surface that beef up your upper body. Woolen wear is always bulkier than cotton. This trick is obviously more suited to winter and cooler months.
Cover the neck with collars
While looking for clothes that bulk up the body, most men only focus on the arms, shoulders and chest and completely neglect the neck. They underestimate the difference it makes to their overall appearance. If you have a flabby face or a double chin, certain clothes with high collars can help you hide them. Polo shirts, casual button-downs, collared sweaters and turtlenecks are some examples of clothing that are effective solutions for this problem.
Pick different patterns
It is well known that vertical stripes make you look taller. Similarly, horizontal stripes make you seem bulkier. They add more breadth to your shoulders and chest and thus give an illusion of more muscle. Any pattern that crosses your frame, for that matter, can work in your favor. It’s a good practice to experiment with different patterns and see which ones hold up best on your body. Textured or thick fabrics also help to hide flabs and accentuate your figure.
Concluding Remarks
Use these style tips next time you’re shopping for new clothes or getting dressed to go out and let these optical illusions work in your favor by influencing other people's perceptions of you. Remember, other people's perceptions of you are the key drivers of your success both professionally and personally.
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