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When you're considered chubby, husky, or fat, you have to improvise when it comes to building your wardrobe to find stylish options in a skinny man's world. But some of the most well-dressed men in the game have a little more meat on their bones than the average, so looking great isn't out of the question. All you have to do is take a couple style cues from the experts.
Just in time for the first days of summer, we're hooking you up with some foolproof ways to hide your gut and conceal saggy moobs. When getting dressed or going shopping, think of what guys less-fed wear and throw a good blazer over it. Avoid XXXXL T-shirts that can double as a car cover because they tend to make your "situation" worse. Here are Summer Style Tips You Can Learn From Fat Guys.
Beards Will Hide Your Double Chin
It's pretty self-explanatory, but beards are a sure-fire way to hide those extra skin folds under your neck. If you want to keep people from thinking you are a pelican, do as Zach Galifianakis does.
Tracksuits Are Like Cozy Tuxedos, Buy One for Every Day of the Week
Tracksuits are the tuxedos of the sweatsuit world, and if they're good enough for Sir Elton John, they're good enough for you.
A Well Tailored Suit Is a Game Changer
Wearing a suit can be tricky for bigger guys because most dudes would rather swim in their suit than have something that hugs their body. However, a suit can be really slimming if it's tailored the right way. Hell, the right tailor can take you from looking like a loaf of bread to a hard roll. Ricky Gervais knows all too well.
Disguise Yourself As Other Stylish Fat People
It's great to escape and be someone else for a moment, and comedian/actor Kenan Thompson is an expert at just that. It doesn't have to be Halloween to imitate another awesome guy who is large and in charge. Impersonating other stylish fat people not only gets you laughs, it gives you an opportunity to rock a new look.
Wearing All Black Is Slimming and Looks Cool
Not only is wearing all black a trend, it's also an easy way to appear like you've dropped a few pounds. The reason why the color black has a slimming effect has nothing to do with black absorbing light. It has everything to do with the uniformity of wearing one color. Uniform color removes the shapes and lines you usually see when wearing contrasting colors—pretty smart, huh? There goes that rumor that Rob Kardashian is not a genius.
Blind Them With Bling
Khaled knows people can't see anything if you have bling by your side. How is weight gain noticeable when they're busy counting your karats? Flash 'em with those flawless gems and they'll never know your true BMI.
Keep Your Hater Blockers on at All Times
The main point of someone hating on you for your blessed abundance of body is to get a reaction out of you. As long as you've got some awesome shades to block all that shade coming your way, your misguided fans will be rendered helpless. Action Bronson knows because he's always got a pair of sick sunglasses on.
If They're Looking at Your Feet, They Won't Notice Your Waist
When most people check you out, the first thing they usually notice is your shoes. This is something chunky guys know all too well. Randy Jackson is a king of cool kicks, from Rick Owens, to Nike—even Prada Oxfords. He knows how to make everyone forget that he has a few extra pounds on him because he's got the sickest shoes on at any given time.
Let Your Outerwear Do the Work for You
Jackets have the same effect for men as Spanx do for women, so there is no such thing as having too many. Who needs to hit the gym or diet when you can just cover up all the excess with an awesome jacket? Just take a look at Jonah.
Stand Out Instead of Blending In
While everyone is riding the all-black and all-leather-everything trend, you've got a prime opportunity to make your mark and stand out. Take the talented and style-eccentric Cee-Lo Green for instance. He wears his leopard prints with pride while his homies look like back-up singers. Don't be afraid to own your size and stand out.
When In Doubt, Bro It Out
There's no need to compete with skinny dudes when you can be the eternal frat bro. The alpha guy always was, and always will be cool—or maybe that's all those keg stands talking.
If You Really DGAF, Go Shirtless
There is nothing more intimidating to skinny folk than a big dude running around shirtless. Your glory will make them feel self-conscious about all of the time that they waste in the gym. Remind them why women would rather cuddle up with a plush teddy bear than a pile of sticks.
