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This video is depressing. When Alexander the Great was only 5 foot tall and so was Napoleon Bonaparte who was probably 5"6. Never understood the obsession of the West with height of men or women with value.
@whiteman-xtreme3998 if you look it up, there's healthy weight calculators online. For my height, sex, and age - healthy weight range between 121 -164 pounds is good. So, 150 is ideal
I’m 5’5 and have been retired for four years. Before that I worked in a government marketing department. My job took me from suits and ties to jeans and boots. I followed your advice for short men and always looked sharp. This is a great review of things you have shared over the years.
Recently found your channel. I'm a 5'9", married, straight feminine woman and I like your channel because 1) I can have discussions with my husband and son (10) about mens' fashion 2) I love to look at well- made, sophisticated clothing on men or women and 3) your topics sometimes apply to women, too (like proportion, Golden Ratio, fabric quality, etc). Keep up the phenomenal work!
I'm 6'3 and I live in Europe, trust me, you're absolutely right. It's a nightmare to find the right clothes that fits us. My shoulders requires me to wear L size but my waist is M, so I tend to buy cloth that looks oversized for me but M sizes would look worse.
Exactly. Clothes are either too short or too baggy for us. I prefer not to show my buttcrack, so unless i wear tailored clothes i go for the oversized look.
5'5 at 138 pounds. For sport coats, I wear 36s sport coats from Spier and Mackay. For dress shirts, I wear Charles Tyritt in extra slim fit. I get many compliments on the fit from friends and strangers. I hope this bit of information is helpful.
Do they do international shipping? We have literally the same body measurements and I always end up going to alteration services to have clothes I buy fit me well
Just lot of words. ...You talked a lot about body sizes and proportions but nothing much related to cloth and body. You made this video just for the sponser.
It’s really not. Just do your own thing and stop worrying what everyone else thinks about you. Dress nice if it’s what you like to do. Don’t do it too impress other people.
I'm 5'7" 68kgs and the rule of 1/3s works well That's led me to preferring high waist trousers. They are so comfortable (not tight around the crotch like most European-cut off the rack trousers) I live im Vietnam and recently had some clothes made in Hoi An. Fast, resonable quality and cheap
I’m 6’3” (and in my mid-70s); I have challenges implementing style recommendations from most TH-cam men’s style channels. This was the first video I’ve seen that intelligently addresses this topic, and in a way I can implement recommendations. Thank you. BTW - I watch your channel along with several other men’s style channels. Your channel most clearly articulates topics and provides the best suggestions.
Check out American Tall if you haven't heard of it. I'm slowly swapping out all my oversized clothes for proper fitting clothes. Just got some new sweaters this last week. Highly recommend
As a 6'3" fellow club member, the reality is that we are an unusual breed and therefore widely misunderstood by many style channels. In fact, anyone in the 6'3 - 6'7" bracket has very different proportions to someone that is 5'8" - 5'10". One has to also be mindful of one's build - you could be a lanky 6'7" athlete or a 6'3" hardass like Alan Ritchson of Amazon's Reacher fame.
I know all my sizes perfectly. I'm 5ft 5. Shirts 15" neck 39 chest, 32"arm/length. Jeans 31" waist 29" legs. Unfortunately some brands idea of what a 31" waist is amazes me. In the UK S is 30" inch leg, Regular is 32" and long is 34". It;s trial and error of which brands suit you best, I tend to stick with Ben Sherman, Farah, Common people, Charles Thywhitt, Lee and Levi
I’m only 5’3 and it’s a fucking struggle. I have to try on everything, and embarrassed to say the mens pants even at the smallest size are too big for me. If I buy online I have to pray it fits or return it. I swear if I ever get rich i’m getting custom clothes made for me .
Agreed. I'm just under 5'4" and my wife is 5'2". It's really difficult to find clothes that fit properly. Especially since I have a shoulder width of a taller man, finding a shirt that has sleeves that fit is pretty much impossible, they all have to be shortened.
I'm lucky in the fact that my mom is my tailor, but what I do is go to the thrift store find something that is my size in the waist and then have her Hem or fit it wherever it's big. As a smaller guy I like slim fitting stuff.
5'8 145 lbs I can honestly say the men's style community (Gentlemans Gazette and RMRS in particular) have helped me out immensely. I now have younger men at my job asking me for advice. Doing what I can to share the knowledge and links.
Antonio - I have to say, the research and content you put in your videos is top notch. For me, it puts you a cut above the other style channels on YT. All the best, James (London, UK)
I looked at Peter Manning a while back, and their prices are insane, man. As a short guy I've had pretty good luck with Perry Ellis, as far as finding things that fit pretty well off the rack and aren't to insanely expensive. Peter Manning has lost their minds, man.
I am 5'10" and most of the stuff fits me of the rack. But I found so much value in all your other content. And I am very happy with my Thursday boots collection ❤👌 Keep up the good work, Antonio! 👏
I'm also 5'10" and 150-155lbs (depending on the day). My wife's always jealous of the fact that everything always just fits perfectly for me right off the rack, and my shoe size is always in stock. (I'm a US size 10.) Seems like as a guy, having 1's, 5's, and 0's in all my measurements makes stuff easy. I definitely feel vicariously frustrated for my wife, because she's on the other side of that situation (5'0" and size 5 US shoe).
Antonio, you need to make a video on how big a collar should be in order to be proportionate to your head size, shoulder size, and height. I'm talking about the collars on flannels, button-downs, and dress shirts. If you could make that video it would be awesome!!!
6’3” 190lbs. I can never find shirts that fit. If it fits in the body, the sleeves are too short. If the sleeves are long enough, the body is like a tent. Even slim cut, the sleeves are always a little too short.
I feel you, man. 6`2 185 lbs, L size tshirts are too baggy while good length wise, M size is great but often too short for my torso. I need to look for fullsized slim M's which are pretty hard to find. Mostly buy L's and ask a tailor to narrow them down.
@tern666 and @wl4446 if you haven't done so yet, consider checking out American Tall, 2Tall, Long John And Sons, Navas Lab, and Just Tall. They may just have what you are looking for. Good luck my fellow giraffes. Stay safe, stay awesome, and be well. 🙃✌️
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You know, as a tall guy who also works out (and has a rather wide frame naturally) the two biggest issues by far is even finding trousers that fit around my quads (most trousers don't have huge diameter legs) and over the shoulders (if it's wide enough over the shoulders it'll be like I'm wearing a 5-man tent most of the time, if it's too tight over the shoulders it restricts mobility and looks really weird). Doesn't help that proportionally I'm all torso no legs, a genetic freak if you will (not in the good way).
In UK the problem is the rise on the trousers. Low fitting is ok on slim younger guys, but over a certain age and waist size, and with a fuller bum, the trouser dont go up high enough, particularly at the back, so they feel like they're slipping down all the time.
Thanks for the advice! I'm about 5'6'' and my head is quite big. So I think I'll take your advice about widening the shoulders to help out with that. Happy Holidays!
I'm 5'8"/9 but not a big guy. It's not all about height as I'm very slim and that also makes things difficult. As you point out, it's things like leg length/arm length and chest etc that matter. I generally operate at the smaller end of the size scale and I find with dress shirts it can be tricky sometimes. There are a lot of guys who struggle more than me though.
I'm your height and 175. Finding dress clothes is a challenge. I stick to classic fit versus slim. If you like to dress casually like I do the. you have a lot more options. I feel like casual clothing is made for guys who aren't as skinny unless its H&M.
I've figured out some of this through trial and error. You shouldn't wear raglans unless you have big shoulders, for example. I'm a bit shorter and have discovered that leaving the shirt untucked only works if it's had a tailor shorten up the hem. You don't want it to look like you're halfway to a mandress. Thin up the hairstyle to give yourself a smaller head, that's totally sound. Additional: layering button-down shirts looks good, and if your arms have some tone, roll up the sleeves. If you wear a puffer jacket, definitely get one with smaller segments instead of big, blocky squares. And while I don't always love the company, Levi's makes the best looking jeans, as the crotch runs higher and they drape better, get 511s. Recently, I picked up a Members Only jacket at a vintage shop for a 1980's Halloween costume, and now I wear it regularly. Damn the flashback style, that thing looks correct, just tuck in your shirt under it and let the waist be narrow, that and the epaulettes working up the shoulders... there's a reason they sold, you just have to own the look and you're good. Short is a handicap, don't let anyone lie to you, but also, don't let anyone lie to you and say you can't maximize what you've got. Looking like you care helps.
33, 6'4", work in a factory setting. I've been learning a lot from these videos, and even if I'll likely not afford "quality" clothing for a number of years yet, I appreciate all of the work you put into this to help us all dress better. At the very least, between this and other videos, I know what to look for in an outfit for formal engagements and appointments. Thank you!
14:01 I like raglan sleeves because it doesn’t have a shoulder seem that goes down on my arm. Thats my biggest problem when getting shirts, sweaters and hoodies. Body on a small will be too tight but the shoulders on a medium will be too wide.
I’m 5’7” and sit at about 185. My legs are very muscular and finding pants have been a nightmare for as long as I can remember. Does anyone have any brand recommendations that aren’t crazy expensive? Thanks in advance!
Old Navy have lots of options for an affordable price. I'm 5'6", 180 lbs. and for pants , I order the athletic taper which has more room up top for comfort.
5'6 here. My former roommate and I shared the same pants size and he was taller than me. I have trouble finding shirts that fit. I get around this by for example getting button downs without breast pockets and in general getting them adjusted
Good note about avoiding pockets. I just realized I do this too without even thinking about it, because the pockets always look look large, low, and ridiculous.
5'7, somewhat athletic here. As said in the video, learn what brands sell casual stuff (polos, jeans etc) off the rack that fits and buy them almost exclusively - for me, that's fresh clean threads and the perfect jean. At most, I have sleeves to hem. For tailored jackets/outerwear, if you know your key measurements, you can get super high quality stuff used with only minimal tailoring needed. Just get the shoulders and length right. You'll be replacing your jeans and polos periodically any way, but a great topcoat or suit will last forever, so invest a bit more here (along with resolable shoes). Unless you're very long torsoed and short, a 2 button suit will elongate your height vs 3. And for short guys, err slightly on the side of trim/fitted without going into the 2010s James Bond suit fit. Extreme fits won't age well.
I´m 6´3 and usually I can find clothes off the rack, but sometimes I have a problem with shirts they´re either too shoprt or too baggy. I found that the Tommy Hilfiger Slim Fit Polos fit me perfectly.
I'm also 6'3" and I feel your pain. My torso is extremely long, so I can't buy anything that isn't in tall sizes. For basic tees, Eddie Bauer has been a godsend.
Great video Antonio. I'm glad you mentioned about the ratio of torso to legs and the need to fit your clothing to your specific body. I'm just over 5' 11" and my younger brother is a little over 5' 9" so I'm taller than him standing up. When we sit down next to each other though, he's about two inches taller than me. He takes after his dad and has a much larger torso than I do while I actually have somewhat disproportionately long legs for my height. It became an issue when he was in between cars and had to borrow mine to go to work as we'd constantly be having to adjust the seat for height and distance whenever the other used it. Our difference in proportions is very noticeable when it comes to clothes. We both have about the same waist, but his pants have to be significantly shorter than mine. Fortunately, our mom is a seamstress so we've always had well tailored clothing despite growing up relatively poor, and it's actually been noticed. I remember back in high school a guy in my class told me laughingly that his gf had told him she thought I was rich because all my clothes seemed to be custom tailored. In reality, though much of what I wore really was custom made, some pieces had been made from leftover scraps my mom had rescued from work. Well fitted clothing really does stand out.
I'm 5'5" and have noticed that size small havent gotten larger over the years. I can not buy a suit off the rack as even 38s are too long. They do not make clothes for fit short guys!
That's nice... how about some actual examples of how to calculate that formula with some different men's measurements, and how it actually applies? Interesting information, but I'm still not sure how to apply it.
5:53 so accurate. I’m 5’9”, 41in chest and 31in waist. I actually do get custom suits but people don’t believe I usually buy size L or even XL sometimes off the rack. I do tuck my shirts in fyi. Vanity sizing is real, if it’s a vintage item or made before 2000’s I’m a true medium
Have shopped Peter Manning for a few years. Fair quality, but lack quality control in inseams and waist sizes-- they are all over the place. As far as your discussion and all the theory here, I would rather tell a guy just do some shopping, take a stylish friend, or work with a professional shopper in one of the better stores, and find what fits best, what looks best, what suits your lifestyle. I am 5'3" 160 pounds, and get a perfect fit out of David Donahue dress shirts. A trim fit 17 32/33 fits me like they're custom made. The key will always be how things fit and dressing for your age. Especially being shorter like me, baggy clothes are always just going to make you look dumpy. Get your pants hemmed and make sure your shirts fit! Add a nice belt, shoes, sports jacket, and you're good to go. Regards from Indiana!
I think sizes of clothes in general are just totally non-standardized. I don't understand why I can't just have a size that universally works. You know XL means XL in all brands. But no, I could be a large through 2XL on shirts and they all feel the same. I'm 5'11 but the biggest problem with my clothes is the torso is never long enough. I raise my arms and it becomes a belly button shirt cause it lifts so high. I have to shop big and tall usually just to get shirts that are comfortably long enough to not do that. But then the B&T stuff usually have huge comically big collars. I don't have a 22 inch neck that is 12" inches tall, but apparently B&T shoppers do I guess. What this world needs is a better measuring system isn't just generic "XL" as if that covers everything from shoulders to length to neck to sleeves etc. We need measuring that tells us all the number so we can accurately shop for ourselves. Good luck shopping for clothes on the internet, no size really means what it means, but we would be shipping back fewer clothes if we could just shop by real numbers.
As a lanky man with rounded narrow shoulders and a disproportionate build having the torso of an 8 year old and limbs of someone 7ft, I totally agree with attempting to dress to balance yourself out. Also raglan sleeves are wonderful and finding companies that offer what fits you along with developing a good relationship with a tailor are great. Good video. 👍👍
You mentioned Bangkok. If you go there, be vigilant about how you describe your needs. I had a bad experience, really a wasted trip, because I didn't stress enough that I wanted natural shoulders, and I ended up with built-up shoulders, such that I don't ever wear them.
I'm 6'1" and 240 pounds, but my problem is that my quads are nearly the same circumferential as my waist. It makes off the rack clothing tough to buy. Very few pants manufacturers make pants that fit really athletically built men. The same thing with most shirts. My neck is nearly 19 inches, so my shirts are super baggy around the waist, and slim fit shirts don't fit my arms.
Uncle antonio have helped me foreal as a 6.0 guy who are not much of banker i like to invest in the right peices the right choices & having free critique advices like this to consider when chosing is such a help i could not forget may god bliss you & provide you with more blissings
Could you do a video on how to teach yourself what good fasion at a base level looks like? One problem I have is I have two modes, either A. shirt and shorts or B. full suit and tie, with nothing in between. I am aware when I do go out that I tend to look basic compared to other people unless it's something like a wedding Another issue is I can't do big picture, I think "this shirt looks good, these pants look good, this jumper looks good, therefore all three together must look good". I wonder at times does that mindset make me look off to other people?
Here's an idea: a chain of custom tailor shops! You walk in, get your measurements taken, and after a week your clothes are ready, and for a decent price.
If it was truly that easy at 5’2 you can’t Taylor for being this much off of standard size lengths . Even if you Taylor most of the time the overall length and proportions are never correct.
Ay just a little quick tip. Forget what you think your learning or trying to become . Just imagine what you actually want .. and act like you have that shot right outside your window right fckn now . The more you try the farther it will get . If you know then you know ….. that little change in your attitude will speak volumes in your near future in all aspects of your journey..
I'm 5ft 9in. I did weight at 265 lbs. I've shaved down to 226 pounds. My goal is stay focused on my target weight of 165. At that size i'll be a 42rX32w. I was looking for a quality company to start my Old Money, Dark Academia wardrobe. Thank you so much!
5’5”, 165 lbs currently (muscular) with 16+ yrs as a PMC (Private Military Contractor). I have never been too informed on fashion, I admit, but I’ve learned the value of dressing well and have begun to avoid baggy clothing unless I am just chillin at home. Slacks that fit well and don’t have a crotch line that falls too low is one of those hard learned lessons lol! I now generally avoid t-shirts when going out (wear ‘em at home) and stick to dress shirts of varying fabric depending on weather. So, a more casual dress style, I suppose! Also I avoid flashy graphics on clothes, and stick to solid colours. Same deal with shoes, I typically go with something subdued, though I would like to maybe buy more shoes that look “dressy” but for casual wear. I hope all the hot (war) zones I’ve been in have not made me shrink any further, else all my wardrobe will be for nothing! Imagine not being able to find a wife, ‘cause she can’t see me…LOL 😅
Hey I was actually looking to go into that line of work, no military experience looking to go in. Do you any advice on the PMC career path, finding the good jobs etc? Is Special Operations experience 100% necessary?
@@Prometheus7272 The field today as of 2024 is actually far different than it was when I entered it in 2004 while working on an IT contract at the Pentagon (for AFPCA - Air Force Pentagon Communications Agency via Lockheed Martin and its main subcontractor, whom employed me). Back then literally anyone with or without experience were easily able to get into these companies and even into roles that were well above their experience and skill level. I've heard of guys who became Team Leads for security teams that had ZERO experience and training - and in the majority of cases - ended badly for them, even with loss of lives. Some companies will take individuals that are healthy and physically fit, and offer training courses (as I went through) and you don't necessarily have to have any formal training or experience in the military and/or law enforcement. By and large though, most of the guys entering this industry do have those experiences. I would suggest, so long as you're relatively fit and healthy, medically, you could apply to most of these companies. Some are more stringent in who they hire, but most tend to operate in a security role - very rare for a PMC to function in an actual military capacity, unlike the one I work for which had its start as being built from covert spec. ops military teams from S. Africa. In short: Find some in your country, I believe most have websites you could apply directly on! If you do have some experience with the use of firearms, that's always a plus to state, otherwise many do offer training programs as part of the employment process. Again, most companies deal in the Security role and not military - at least in a public. Security roles aren't bad either, its good work, honest work even. Your clients may not always be good or honest, but its not any different than working any other job. You'll have good people you interact with and bad ones. Also: NO Spec. Ops experience is necessary, never has been. Its considered a major bonus of course, but not a direct requirement that I've seen any PMC state openly. I should add at the end here that there are numerous jobs as well that could range anywhere from Accounting to IT jobs with these companies. It goes without saying that you ought to let your interviewer know what it is you want out of the job so they could figure something out. Best of luck to you in your endeavors! :)
Very nice. In the 1980s you could go into any department store and find dress shirts in exact collar sizes, sleeve lengths, and three shades of ease. Now? You're doing good to find a third of this selection which reflects how little most people care.
I'm a 5 foot 9 inch guy but have been referred to as "short" many times. And most jeans and trousers are 2 to 4 inches too long! I agree the answer is to invest time trying on clothes to find brands that fit, and avoid getting everything altered. Now I can often tell if something will fit just by looking at it.
I'm well above average height, with very long legs. A way I have found to de-emphasize my leg length is to go with cuffed pants (I usually get mine from Banana Republic or Bill's Khakis). Cuffs break the length of the leg up into segments, which reduces the overall apparent length of my legs, but the important thing is to go with taller cuffs than the standard 1-1/2". I go with 1-7/8", and that seems to be the perfect cuff height for me.
Do you have a video about how to dress for your weight? I am a bit larger of a fellow and many of these types of tips are kinda only for pretty fit guys.
Wise explanation, Antonio, thanks. Even being in an easy size range, 5 11 - 167 lb (76 kg), there are differences according to brands I have to check well and try on.
I’m 5.7 and recently been out shopping. Noticed the 10 years ago when I was small nothing fit me, everything was L or XL, the slim fit clothes all sold out. Now, I’m much bigger and EVERYTHING is slim fit! Damn
I'm 6'2" and my arms are long and torso is a bit long. If I get a shirt that fits my arms, it's usually a 2xl and I look like I'm wearing a bag.... Or I reach up and my gut is exposed. 32" inseam. So pants are way easier. Just got my custom suit and I never knew what I was missing with the custom tailored experience
Great explanation in general terms... Now, how about some in-depth instruction on how to implement the tenets you've touched on here. Maybe some recommendations for brands for taller guys (I'm 6' 3"). Specifics about the collar width you touched on, for example. I started buying made-to-measure shortly after I first found your channel maybe 7-8 years ago. How do I know if they know these rules? Help out a vet, Antonio.
My sizing is litterally in between everything, I’m 6’2 227 lbs and my chest 47” waist 37” inseam 33” neck size 17” and my sleeve length is 36.5” so sometimes I can were and xl or a xxl, sometimes I can wear a 36 0r 38 in the waist, and some times I can wear a 32 or 34 in my inseam all depending if the brands sizing run smaller or larger
This has always been challenging for me. I'm average height but that's the only thing average. I have a very large head, wide neck, wide shoulders, wide hips, long torso, and wide legs. "Normal" cuts make me look like a human box, a guy whose clothes are too small/tight, or if I go up in size I look like a child wearing his dads clothes. When you have weird proportions it takes longer to find what works, and you have to try everything on, and preferably have people you trust go with you to get other objective opinions. When anything you do will emphasize one of your extreme traits, go with the ones that emphasize the more preferable extremes, like wider shoulders instead of a long torso/ bigger head. Going with no tie with 2-3 open buttons on my shirt, double breasted coats that are cut for wide shoulders but tighten in the torso (but not too much), dark suits, no whites or grays. All of these help me look more proportional, except that I still look quite wide but that's ok because I just am lol. Pants are always very difficult because I need a good middle ground to make them look longer without being too tight or too high so I often have to get them hemmed.
I’m 6’2ft lean and it’s hard to find a fit that isint baggy in the torso so I always have to go custom; it’s also hard finding the collar that isint too wide : /
I'm 5'10 and athletic build. Problem is my torso is big (L-XL) but my arms are short and not so big (M). Slim fit short sleeved shirts fit me perfectly but I can't really find anything long sleeved that fits me. So I tend to always take off my upper clothes indoors
I sometimes have problems with proportions in clothing because - I'm 6ft 5" in height, and my shoulders are just over 2ft across, BUT i'm not that large in the chest maybe...44" & so my clothes in xl or even 2times x large fit tight to my arms, but more baggy in the chest, this notices more in some clothes than with others.
I’m normally a jeans or athletic shorts guy. I have to dress up for the first time in awhile so I’m nervously looking for tips. Last time I bought slacks the pockets puffed out, can I expect that or is there a size differential I’m unaware of? Any tips at all would be tremendous. God bless.
I'm 54, 6'-1" and weigh 240 pounds - athletic frame - and I also have a masters degree. People always mistake me for either a cop or a mobster. I'm trying to find the right balance with my clothes. I'm a pretty simple guy but I've found that the more expensive clothes have a better fabric that just lays really nice on my body. I'm also dealing with having to get everything tailored. I'm right between XL and XXL - even some XXL is snug in the arms/neck/shoulders. If you haven't already, can you do a video for us bigger (but not fat) guys?
I mentioned this in another comment on another one of your videos (why does "fashion" cost so damn much when it costs them peanuts to make?): what makes Peter Manning's $95 jeans better than a pair of Amazon Essentials jeans for $30 with the same fit? Or the $185 Italian Denim for that matter? It may be a bit softer, but that isn't worth an additional $60-150 to me. I feel like I'm getting ripped off 90% of the time and just paying for a name. A great example I always remember is my ex-girlfriend had $125 rubber/vinyl Coach rain boots that her grandmother bought her, they didn't have the logo all over them or anything, they were pure black with a gold plated buckle at the top, they're no different than a pair of black $20 rain boots that you could get at Target. I've tried to, but I just don't understand the price attached to fashion. The same can't be said about other things: a $20 Nokia TracFone is a garbage compared to a $1200 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the difference is clearly noticeable even if you aren't into tech.
I'm 6"5 tall. The current selling 'Modern fit' sportcoats are shorter in length, if you are as tall as I am, todays 'Modern Fit' Sportcoat won't look good on you. The last thing you want if your tall is to is draw attention to the length of your legs by wearing a shorter length sportcoat. Your coat will look too short as if you borrowed it from someone else. Modern fit sportcoats and suits are all we can find can find for sale to buy right now - to the extent that no one sells or manufacturers traditional length sportcoats anymore. Im personally ready for this Modern Fit coat fad to end
If Tom Ford is selling sportcoats in the traditional length he has an edge in today's market. Adversely, the clothes he sells cost thousands of dollars. Only Attorneys, Doctors and celebrities can afford to buy from him
Shawl is by far my favorite sweater style. I must have like 4-5 of them in sweater and cardigan styles. I'm 6'3" ish / 220 lbs, and for sure am cognizant of everything I wear, especially with long skinny legs. The worst part about being a bigger dude though, is the lack of shoe options. I wear 13W-13.5, sometimes 14. Wide feet. Many cool shoe options stop at 12 or 13 and for some reason, shoes just feel way more narrow nowadays than they should. For regular and dress shirts, jackets, and pants, probably 75% of my closet has been tailored. Having something fit your specific body type and walking out of the house looking trim just feels good. And I'm certain nearly everyone in your sphere notices that you always look on point. A properly fitted tshirt and crisp jeans can set it off too. Some things I own have been tailored more than once through the years and I get more dad weight/muscle. Glad stations like this exist. Btw, it's "all of a sudden"....anyway, Semper Fi!
6’1 290lbs (used to be 315 I’m working on it) I have broad shoulders and a little muscular, I realized I don’t look nearly as fat as I truly am. Well I just found out why. I’m mostly torso. I’m 6’1 and my wife is 5’6 and we both have the same length inseam at 29 inches. I’m 29 years old and I’ve worn 32 all my life on my inseam and I never knew! I just always wore heeled boots and they disguised the length of my damn pants.
The head size is very interesting. I'm 6 foot 1 with an somewhat larger than usual head - although I also have broad shoulders. Short cropped hair is the order of the day. With a short cut (military style) I look like a doorman at a bar - kind of a hard nut. If I let my hair grow long I look like a baby face. Short hair in perpetuity it is.
I know about the head dilema but from bodybuilding were the shorter you are the gigger your head look. Paradoxically the shorter you are the easier is to bulk up. At 6,6 my body dont look like anything special but can generate quite significant power.
I'm 6' ant maybe 160lbs... trying to find anything off the rack is almost impossible... if it is long enough in torso and arm it is built like a tent... i can find "vintage cut" from time to time but i sew most of my shirts in myself...pants suck too... trying to find a proper 31' waste and 33' leg is so hard, so most of my pants don't fit proper... i have to shop in my budget, which really can't afford tailored or high end
Dressing for height is important, but what should I do when clothes producers discriminate me by not making S size of the clothes I like. I also have very weird proportions with long torso but not equally long arms
🙏 Agreed! Learnt that , shorter sleeves , jackets / blazers or pants makes one look younger! Well tailored & fitting to our body shape clothings will make us look dressed right! 😊🙏 Thank You So Much Real Men Real Style channel for the illumination! Many Happy Good Blessings in Return to You! 🌷🌿🌎💜🕊
Im somewhat tall, with a rather normal build. I'd like a follow up on this video, where you dive into actual measurements and ratios - how do I hit the La Divina proportione?
Thank you for this valuable video. For years, I have tried to figure out why some things look fantastic on me, whereas others do not, although they are the same size. I am about to retire. So, one might say that I do not need to worry about this now. However, I still want to be even more stylish now that I have a better idea about what that means. So, a tailor is on my list of friends to embrace, and hire (LOL)!!! By the way, I am around 5'10" and still in decent shape. So, why not look my very best? Thank you RMRS for your invaluable information!!! You really nailed this one!
6'4 at 93kg. Pants are absolutely fine to get right but upper wear especially shirts and jackets always look like tents or just 3-4cm too short. I used to just wear slimfit XL and not care about it much but sometimes I have to browse musclefit XL or even XXL to get something that looks perfect. I really want to get a leather jacket as well but that's a real pain in the ass.
As a man that stands 5’8” and a half you would think that clothes off the rack fit perfectly. But I have short limbs. Most pants start at 30 inseam and I need those hemmed. Jackets sleeves are usually too long. Need those altered. Basically I have the torso of a 5’10” man with 5’7” legs.
I'm 5'7" 185 and I'd have guessed Large would fit you quite well. Large is always too long for me, but your extra width may negate some of that annoying extra length.
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I love that Shawl neck on you, Devil Dawg!!!!
This video is depressing. When Alexander the Great was only 5 foot tall and so was Napoleon Bonaparte who was probably 5"6.
Never understood the obsession of the West with height of men or women with value.
5'8", 150 pounds, short legs. I never wear heavy jackets because I feel like bag of potatoes
Have the exact same body. Seem to wear mostly small and sometimes medium
5'7", 145. Layering thin materials is the way to go in cold weather.
150 seems too low
@@steel128I'm the same size but I wear small in most brands but XS in others. Especially jackets
@whiteman-xtreme3998 if you look it up, there's healthy weight calculators online. For my height, sex, and age - healthy weight range between 121 -164 pounds is good. So, 150 is ideal
I’m 5’5 and have been retired for four years. Before that I worked in a government marketing department. My job took me from suits and ties to jeans and boots. I followed your advice for short men and always looked sharp. This is a great review of things you have shared over the years.
5'5 is not that short... that's average height
@@krissk77 In Asia perhaps. Not in the west.
nah i'm 5'6 and people always tell me that i'm short but i have never cared to be honest@@krissk77
@@krissk77 I'm 5'5" I love this words
@@krissk77 it’s taller than the average woman but it’s still way under average for men
Recently found your channel. I'm a 5'9", married, straight feminine woman and I like your channel because 1) I can have discussions with my husband and son (10) about mens' fashion 2) I love to look at well- made, sophisticated clothing on men or women and 3) your topics sometimes apply to women, too (like proportion, Golden Ratio, fabric quality, etc). Keep up the phenomenal work!
I'm 6'3 and I live in Europe, trust me, you're absolutely right. It's a nightmare to find the right clothes that fits us. My shoulders requires me to wear L size but my waist is M, so I tend to buy cloth that looks oversized for me but M sizes would look worse.
Clothes shopping makes me appreciate being 5’9
Exactly. Clothes are either too short or too baggy for us. I prefer not to show my buttcrack, so unless i wear tailored clothes i go for the oversized look.
When I toured Europe for a summer it was nearly impossible to find any pants that fit. 6'4 210
@@conbro0985 same, but it would be cool to be 6'3. I'd try that out for a while and just get everything tailored
A tailor will be your best friend
5'5 at 138 pounds. For sport coats, I wear 36s sport coats from Spier and Mackay. For dress shirts, I wear Charles Tyritt in extra slim fit. I get many compliments on the fit from friends and strangers. I hope this bit of information is helpful.
Do they do international shipping? We have literally the same body measurements and I always end up going to alteration services to have clothes I buy fit me well
im the exact height and weight, thank you bro
how it feel being tiny
@@moe583 i focus on being wider😪😪😪
Just lot of words. ...You talked a lot about body sizes and proportions but nothing much related to cloth and body. You made this video just for the sponser.
Agreed. Watched the full video and the entire point was "golden ratio" and "balance out proportions". Absolute waste of time.
9 minutes into the video and still waiting for some visual representation of what he is talking about and nothing.
Bang on. Waste of time.
Facts.
The comments saved my time.
Being fit and stylish is mandatory for short people < 5 ft 9.
As a guy that’s 5’8” i can 100% stand behind this
@@joshuamclaren7529 yeah.gotta make up for it cuz we aren’t tall ahah
It’s really not. Just do your own thing and stop worrying what everyone else thinks about you. Dress nice if it’s what you like to do. Don’t do it too impress other people.
@@MadRhetorik. Bleh. Just standard Redditor wisdom. If someone takes your advice, then what will happen? Think several steps ahead.
@@NarrowShouldersOpenMind if you care about what strangers think about you then you’ve made the first mistake
I'm 5'7" 68kgs and the rule of 1/3s works well
That's led me to preferring high waist trousers. They are so comfortable (not tight around the crotch like most European-cut off the rack trousers)
I live im Vietnam and recently had some clothes made in Hoi An. Fast, resonable quality and cheap
I’m 6’3” (and in my mid-70s); I have challenges implementing style recommendations from most TH-cam men’s style channels. This was the first video I’ve seen that intelligently addresses this topic, and in a way I can implement recommendations. Thank you.
BTW - I watch your channel along with several other men’s style channels. Your channel most clearly articulates topics and provides the best suggestions.
You LUCKY MAN!!!
Check out American Tall if you haven't heard of it. I'm slowly swapping out all my oversized clothes for proper fitting clothes. Just got some new sweaters this last week. Highly recommend
As a 6'3" fellow club member, the reality is that we are an unusual breed and therefore widely misunderstood by many style channels. In fact, anyone in the 6'3 - 6'7" bracket has very different proportions to someone that is 5'8" - 5'10". One has to also be mindful of one's build - you could be a lanky 6'7" athlete or a 6'3" hardass like Alan Ritchson of Amazon's Reacher fame.
A 15 minute video with no visual examples is just terrible.
Yup, it's just rambling.
I know all my sizes perfectly. I'm 5ft 5. Shirts 15" neck 39 chest, 32"arm/length. Jeans 31" waist 29" legs. Unfortunately some brands idea of what a 31" waist is amazes me. In the UK S is 30" inch leg, Regular is 32" and long is 34". It;s trial and error of which brands suit you best, I tend to stick with Ben Sherman, Farah, Common people, Charles Thywhitt, Lee and Levi
I’m only 5’3 and it’s a fucking struggle. I have to try on everything, and embarrassed to say the mens pants even at the smallest size are too big for me. If I buy online I have to pray it fits or return it. I swear if I ever get rich i’m getting custom clothes made for me .
You don't have to be rich, you can find a local tailor to hem the lengths of pants for an affordable price or find tutorials online to do it yourself
Agreed. I'm just under 5'4" and my wife is 5'2". It's really difficult to find clothes that fit properly. Especially since I have a shoulder width of a taller man, finding a shirt that has sleeves that fit is pretty much impossible, they all have to be shortened.
I'm lucky in the fact that my mom is my tailor, but what I do is go to the thrift store find something that is my size in the waist and then have her Hem or fit it wherever it's big. As a smaller guy I like slim fitting stuff.
5'8 145 lbs I can honestly say the men's style community (Gentlemans Gazette and RMRS in particular) have helped me out immensely.
I now have younger men at my job asking me for advice. Doing what I can to share the knowledge and links.
Antonio - I have to say, the research and content you put in your videos is top notch.
For me, it puts you a cut above the other style channels on YT.
All the best,
James (London, UK)
I came here for advice, but 25% of the video is an ad.
@@dreambuilder4536 agreed bro
I looked at Peter Manning a while back, and their prices are insane, man. As a short guy I've had pretty good luck with Perry Ellis, as far as finding things that fit pretty well off the rack and aren't to insanely expensive. Peter Manning has lost their minds, man.
I am 5'10" and most of the stuff fits me of the rack. But I found so much value in all your other content. And I am very happy with my Thursday boots collection ❤👌 Keep up the good work, Antonio! 👏
That’s what I love about being average height, I never deal with clothing too long or too short in the arms. Most clothing fits me well.
I appreciate that!
I'm also 5'10" and 150-155lbs (depending on the day). My wife's always jealous of the fact that everything always just fits perfectly for me right off the rack, and my shoe size is always in stock. (I'm a US size 10.) Seems like as a guy, having 1's, 5's, and 0's in all my measurements makes stuff easy. I definitely feel vicariously frustrated for my wife, because she's on the other side of that situation (5'0" and size 5 US shoe).
@@DocReeg not if you convert it to metric units. it's bogus
@@xybersurfer True.
Antonio, you need to make a video on how big a collar should be in order to be proportionate to your head size, shoulder size, and height. I'm talking about the collars on flannels, button-downs, and dress shirts. If you could make that video it would be awesome!!!
6’3” 190lbs. I can never find shirts that fit. If it fits in the body, the sleeves are too short. If the sleeves are long enough, the body is like a tent. Even slim cut, the sleeves are always a little too short.
I feel you, man. 6`2 185 lbs, L size tshirts are too baggy while good length wise, M size is great but often too short for my torso. I need to look for fullsized slim M's which are pretty hard to find. Mostly buy L's and ask a tailor to narrow them down.
@tern666 and @wl4446 if you haven't done so yet, consider checking out American Tall, 2Tall, Long John And Sons, Navas Lab, and Just Tall. They may just have what you are looking for. Good luck my fellow giraffes. Stay safe, stay awesome, and be well. 🙃✌️
From one lanky fellow to others, you may want to look into AmericanTall, 2Tall, Long John And Sons, JustTall, Navaslab, Mark's, and Haveittall. Good luck 🦒 🤜🤛🦒 @wl4446 @TERN666 @user-fn2sj8zw3u
@@TERN666 Both of y’all need to eat something 😂
@@essspada64 dude, if you only knew how much I eat😁 People are fainting when they see my plate.
It's definitely not that.
You know, as a tall guy who also works out (and has a rather wide frame naturally) the two biggest issues by far is even finding trousers that fit around my quads (most trousers don't have huge diameter legs) and over the shoulders (if it's wide enough over the shoulders it'll be like I'm wearing a 5-man tent most of the time, if it's too tight over the shoulders it restricts mobility and looks really weird).
Doesn't help that proportionally I'm all torso no legs, a genetic freak if you will (not in the good way).
I can honestly say at 5’6/7 I’ve purchased from Peter Manning and the Jeans and Chinos fit! Thanks Antonio for the great content.
In UK the problem is the rise on the trousers. Low fitting is ok on slim younger guys, but over a certain age and waist size, and with a fuller bum, the trouser dont go up high enough, particularly at the back, so they feel like they're slipping down all the time.
Thanks for the advice! I'm about 5'6'' and my head is quite big. So I think I'll take your advice about widening the shoulders to help out with that. Happy Holidays!
I'm 5'8"/9 but not a big guy. It's not all about height as I'm very slim and that also makes things difficult. As you point out, it's things like leg length/arm length and chest etc that matter. I generally operate at the smaller end of the size scale and I find with dress shirts it can be tricky sometimes. There are a lot of guys who struggle more than me though.
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what i do :)
I'm your height and 175. Finding dress clothes is a challenge. I stick to classic fit versus slim. If you like to dress casually like I do the. you have a lot more options. I feel like casual clothing is made for guys who aren't as skinny unless its H&M.
I don’t know about that head size thing.
I’m 6’6” and my skull is larger than my shorter friends. My hat size is 7 5/8.
I think I’m in proportion :)
I've figured out some of this through trial and error. You shouldn't wear raglans unless you have big shoulders, for example. I'm a bit shorter and have discovered that leaving the shirt untucked only works if it's had a tailor shorten up the hem. You don't want it to look like you're halfway to a mandress. Thin up the hairstyle to give yourself a smaller head, that's totally sound.
Additional: layering button-down shirts looks good, and if your arms have some tone, roll up the sleeves. If you wear a puffer jacket, definitely get one with smaller segments instead of big, blocky squares. And while I don't always love the company, Levi's makes the best looking jeans, as the crotch runs higher and they drape better, get 511s. Recently, I picked up a Members Only jacket at a vintage shop for a 1980's Halloween costume, and now I wear it regularly. Damn the flashback style, that thing looks correct, just tuck in your shirt under it and let the waist be narrow, that and the epaulettes working up the shoulders... there's a reason they sold, you just have to own the look and you're good.
Short is a handicap, don't let anyone lie to you, but also, don't let anyone lie to you and say you can't maximize what you've got. Looking like you care helps.
33, 6'4", work in a factory setting. I've been learning a lot from these videos, and even if I'll likely not afford "quality" clothing for a number of years yet, I appreciate all of the work you put into this to help us all dress better. At the very least, between this and other videos, I know what to look for in an outfit for formal engagements and appointments. Thank you!
14:01 I like raglan sleeves because it doesn’t have a shoulder seem that goes down on my arm. Thats my biggest problem when getting shirts, sweaters and hoodies. Body on a small will be too tight but the shoulders on a medium will be too wide.
Great video, very helpful. thank you,
I think he didnt recognise you
@@Addictedtoyoutube9 He definitely didn't recognize you.
Yooo! Hello beloved!
Loved you on GeneralSam’s podcast
I’m 5’7” and sit at about 185. My legs are very muscular and finding pants have been a nightmare for as long as I can remember. Does anyone have any brand recommendations that aren’t crazy expensive? Thanks in advance!
Old Navy have lots of options for an affordable price. I'm 5'6", 180 lbs. and for pants , I order the athletic taper which has more room up top for comfort.
@@TD2253 Love it, thanks!
Levi’s 541 athletic taper are great
5'6 here. My former roommate and I shared the same pants size and he was taller than me. I have trouble finding shirts that fit. I get around this by for example getting button downs without breast pockets and in general getting them adjusted
Good note about avoiding pockets. I just realized I do this too without even thinking about it, because the pockets always look look large, low, and ridiculous.
5'7, somewhat athletic here. As said in the video, learn what brands sell casual stuff (polos, jeans etc) off the rack that fits and buy them almost exclusively - for me, that's fresh clean threads and the perfect jean. At most, I have sleeves to hem.
For tailored jackets/outerwear, if you know your key measurements, you can get super high quality stuff used with only minimal tailoring needed. Just get the shoulders and length right. You'll be replacing your jeans and polos periodically any way, but a great topcoat or suit will last forever, so invest a bit more here (along with resolable shoes). Unless you're very long torsoed and short, a 2 button suit will elongate your height vs 3.
And for short guys, err slightly on the side of trim/fitted without going into the 2010s James Bond suit fit. Extreme fits won't age well.
I´m 6´3 and usually I can find clothes off the rack, but sometimes I have a problem with shirts they´re either too shoprt or too baggy. I found that the Tommy Hilfiger Slim Fit Polos fit me perfectly.
I'm also 6'3" and I feel your pain. My torso is extremely long, so I can't buy anything that isn't in tall sizes. For basic tees, Eddie Bauer has been a godsend.
Great video Antonio. I'm glad you mentioned about the ratio of torso to legs and the need to fit your clothing to your specific body. I'm just over 5' 11" and my younger brother is a little over 5' 9" so I'm taller than him standing up. When we sit down next to each other though, he's about two inches taller than me. He takes after his dad and has a much larger torso than I do while I actually have somewhat disproportionately long legs for my height. It became an issue when he was in between cars and had to borrow mine to go to work as we'd constantly be having to adjust the seat for height and distance whenever the other used it. Our difference in proportions is very noticeable when it comes to clothes. We both have about the same waist, but his pants have to be significantly shorter than mine. Fortunately, our mom is a seamstress so we've always had well tailored clothing despite growing up relatively poor, and it's actually been noticed. I remember back in high school a guy in my class told me laughingly that his gf had told him she thought I was rich because all my clothes seemed to be custom tailored. In reality, though much of what I wore really was custom made, some pieces had been made from leftover scraps my mom had rescued from work. Well fitted clothing really does stand out.
He's a "Sitzriese"
I'm 5'5" and have noticed that size small havent gotten larger over the years. I can not buy a suit off the rack as even 38s are too long. They do not make clothes for fit short guys!
I'm 5'9 and have to wear 40s in some brands.
@@hotsauce256 If only i was 5'9"!
That's nice... how about some actual examples of how to calculate that formula with some different men's measurements, and how it actually applies? Interesting information, but I'm still not sure how to apply it.
5:53 so accurate. I’m 5’9”, 41in chest and 31in waist. I actually do get custom suits but people don’t believe I usually buy size L or even XL sometimes off the rack. I do tuck my shirts in fyi. Vanity sizing is real, if it’s a vintage item or made before 2000’s I’m a true medium
Have shopped Peter Manning for a few years. Fair quality, but lack quality control in inseams and waist sizes-- they are all over the place. As far as your discussion and all the theory here, I would rather tell a guy just do some shopping, take a stylish friend, or work with a professional shopper in one of the better stores, and find what fits best, what looks best, what suits your lifestyle. I am 5'3" 160 pounds, and get a perfect fit out of David Donahue dress shirts. A trim fit 17 32/33 fits me like they're custom made. The key will always be how things fit and dressing for your age. Especially being shorter like me, baggy clothes are always just going to make you look dumpy. Get your pants hemmed and make sure your shirts fit! Add a nice belt, shoes, sports jacket, and you're good to go. Regards from Indiana!
I think sizes of clothes in general are just totally non-standardized. I don't understand why I can't just have a size that universally works. You know XL means XL in all brands. But no, I could be a large through 2XL on shirts and they all feel the same.
I'm 5'11 but the biggest problem with my clothes is the torso is never long enough. I raise my arms and it becomes a belly button shirt cause it lifts so high. I have to shop big and tall usually just to get shirts that are comfortably long enough to not do that. But then the B&T stuff usually have huge comically big collars. I don't have a 22 inch neck that is 12" inches tall, but apparently B&T shoppers do I guess.
What this world needs is a better measuring system isn't just generic "XL" as if that covers everything from shoulders to length to neck to sleeves etc. We need measuring that tells us all the number so we can accurately shop for ourselves. Good luck shopping for clothes on the internet, no size really means what it means, but we would be shipping back fewer clothes if we could just shop by real numbers.
Could you maybe add thd metric on your charts next time?
That would be nice, thank you.
As a lanky man with rounded narrow shoulders and a disproportionate build having the torso of an 8 year old and limbs of someone 7ft, I totally agree with attempting to dress to balance yourself out. Also raglan sleeves are wonderful and finding companies that offer what fits you along with developing a good relationship with a tailor are great. Good video. 👍👍
You mentioned Bangkok. If you go there, be vigilant about how you describe your needs. I had a bad experience, really a wasted trip, because I didn't stress enough that I wanted natural shoulders, and I ended up with built-up shoulders, such that I don't ever wear them.
I'm 6'1" and 240 pounds, but my problem is that my quads are nearly the same circumferential as my waist. It makes off the rack clothing tough to buy. Very few pants manufacturers make pants that fit really athletically built men. The same thing with most shirts. My neck is nearly 19 inches, so my shirts are super baggy around the waist, and slim fit shirts don't fit my arms.
I feel you. I have to size my pants 6 sizes up so my legs fit in the pants without being tight.
We have the same problem.. and my biceps are 14inches making my shirt tight in the arm and shoulder
I am 5''6 well built and I have never really found it difficult to find clothes. I am into my fashion as well
Uncle antonio have helped me foreal as a 6.0 guy who are not much of banker i like to invest in the right peices the right choices & having free critique advices like this to consider when chosing is such a help i could not forget may god bliss you & provide you with more blissings
Definitely one of your best videos. I'm probably going to come across as a bit pedantic but the pronunciation of El Guerroj is Geh-Rouge.
Just ordered the PM denim jacket 🙏🏻 excited to see how it fits
Awesome! Thanks for the support.
Could you do a video on how to teach yourself what good fasion at a base level looks like?
One problem I have is I have two modes, either A. shirt and shorts or B. full suit and tie, with nothing in between. I am aware when I do go out that I tend to look basic compared to other people unless it's something like a wedding
Another issue is I can't do big picture, I think "this shirt looks good, these pants look good, this jumper looks good, therefore all three together must look good". I wonder at times does that mindset make me look off to other people?
Here's an idea: a chain of custom tailor shops! You walk in, get your measurements taken, and after a week your clothes are ready, and for a decent price.
If it was truly that easy at 5’2 you can’t Taylor for being this much off of standard size lengths . Even if you Taylor most of the time the overall length and proportions are never correct.
I am 5'7", and Ralph lauren works in almost everything. will check Peter Manning as I am not American and have never heard of them.
Ay just a little quick tip.
Forget what you think your learning or trying to become .
Just imagine what you actually want .. and act like you have that shot right outside your window right fckn now . The more you try the farther it will get . If you know then you know ….. that little change in your attitude will speak volumes in your near future in all aspects of your journey..
I struggle with figuring my build. I can't tell if rectangle or oval. I'm very mesomorph. 5'7" - 5'8".
I'm 5ft 9in. I did weight at 265 lbs. I've shaved down to 226 pounds. My goal is stay focused on my target weight of 165.
At that size i'll be a 42rX32w. I was looking for a quality company to start my Old Money, Dark Academia wardrobe.
Thank you so much!
5’5”, 165 lbs currently (muscular) with 16+ yrs as a PMC (Private Military Contractor).
I have never been too informed on fashion, I admit, but I’ve learned the value of dressing well and have begun to avoid baggy clothing unless I am just chillin at home.
Slacks that fit well and don’t have a crotch line that falls too low is one of those hard learned lessons lol!
I now generally avoid t-shirts when going out (wear ‘em at home) and stick to dress shirts of varying fabric depending on weather.
So, a more casual dress style, I suppose!
Also I avoid flashy graphics on clothes, and stick to solid colours.
Same deal with shoes, I typically go with something subdued, though I would like to maybe buy more shoes that look “dressy” but for casual wear.
I hope all the hot (war) zones I’ve been in have not made me shrink any further, else all my wardrobe will be for nothing! Imagine not being able to find a wife, ‘cause she can’t see me…LOL 😅
Hey I was actually looking to go into that line of work, no military experience looking to go in. Do you any advice on the PMC career path, finding the good jobs etc? Is Special Operations experience 100% necessary?
@@Prometheus7272 The field today as of 2024 is actually far different than it was when I entered it in 2004 while working on an IT contract at the Pentagon (for AFPCA - Air Force Pentagon Communications Agency via Lockheed Martin and its main subcontractor, whom employed me).
Back then literally anyone with or without experience were easily able to get into these companies and even into roles that were well above their experience and skill level. I've heard of guys who became Team Leads for security teams that had ZERO experience and training - and in the majority of cases - ended badly for them, even with loss of lives.
Some companies will take individuals that are healthy and physically fit, and offer training courses (as I went through) and you don't necessarily have to have any formal training or experience in the military and/or law enforcement.
By and large though, most of the guys entering this industry do have those experiences. I would suggest, so long as you're relatively fit and healthy, medically, you could apply to most of these companies. Some are more stringent in who they hire, but most tend to operate in a security role - very rare for a PMC to function in an actual military capacity, unlike the one I work for which had its start as being built from covert spec. ops military teams from S. Africa.
In short: Find some in your country, I believe most have websites you could apply directly on! If you do have some experience with the use of firearms, that's always a plus to state, otherwise many do offer training programs as part of the employment process.
Again, most companies deal in the Security role and not military - at least in a public. Security roles aren't bad either, its good work, honest work even. Your clients may not always be good or honest, but its not any different than working any other job. You'll have good people you interact with and bad ones. Also: NO Spec. Ops experience is necessary, never has been. Its considered a major bonus of course, but not a direct requirement that I've seen any PMC state openly.
I should add at the end here that there are numerous jobs as well that could range anywhere from Accounting to IT jobs with these companies. It goes without saying that you ought to let your interviewer know what it is you want out of the job so they could figure something out. Best of luck to you in your endeavors! :)
Very nice.
In the 1980s you could go into any department store and find dress shirts in exact collar sizes, sleeve lengths, and three shades of ease. Now? You're doing good to find a third of this selection which reflects how little most people care.
I'm a 5 foot 9 inch guy but have been referred to as "short" many times. And most jeans and trousers are 2 to 4 inches too long! I agree the answer is to invest time trying on clothes to find brands that fit, and avoid getting everything altered. Now I can often tell if something will fit just by looking at it.
I have that Johnny bravo style body.
Every shirt has to be extra long
I'm well above average height, with very long legs. A way I have found to de-emphasize my leg length is to go with cuffed pants (I usually get mine from Banana Republic or Bill's Khakis). Cuffs break the length of the leg up into segments, which reduces the overall apparent length of my legs, but the important thing is to go with taller cuffs than the standard 1-1/2". I go with 1-7/8", and that seems to be the perfect cuff height for me.
Glad I read the comments and didn't waste my time, thanks.
I’m 5’3 and looking for clothes is kinda difficult for me. I like to dress casual when going out. I need some advice for short men clothing.
Do you have a video about how to dress for your weight? I am a bit larger of a fellow and many of these types of tips are kinda only for pretty fit guys.
Wise explanation, Antonio, thanks.
Even being in an easy size range, 5 11 - 167 lb (76 kg), there are differences according to brands I have to check well and try on.
I’m 5.7 and recently been out shopping. Noticed the 10 years ago when I was small nothing fit me, everything was L or XL, the slim fit clothes all sold out. Now, I’m much bigger and EVERYTHING is slim fit! Damn
I'm 6'2" and my arms are long and torso is a bit long. If I get a shirt that fits my arms, it's usually a 2xl and I look like I'm wearing a bag.... Or I reach up and my gut is exposed.
32" inseam. So pants are way easier.
Just got my custom suit and I never knew what I was missing with the custom tailored experience
Great explanation in general terms... Now, how about some in-depth instruction on how to implement the tenets you've touched on here. Maybe some recommendations for brands for taller guys (I'm 6' 3"). Specifics about the collar width you touched on, for example. I started buying made-to-measure shortly after I first found your channel maybe 7-8 years ago. How do I know if they know these rules? Help out a vet, Antonio.
" Guys who are well under 5'9 " Love the considered formulation ! lol
Do you know something like Peter Manning in Europe? That would be great. Im 5'8 and need Size M but always Arms and whole length is too long...
Still waiting for any actual advice how to dress properly after 14:25 mins of repeated useless talk.
I simply love the way this man speaks , could listen to him all day .
Nice voice, but his pace is too fast. Needs to slow it down just a bit.
2:32 WHERE DO I FIND THOSE SHOES, Love 'em!
Those sneakers look like they are from Thursday Boots. Hope that helps!
Arkbird has similar ones for a lower price. Amazon.
My sizing is litterally in between everything, I’m 6’2 227 lbs and my chest 47” waist 37” inseam 33” neck size 17” and my sleeve length is 36.5” so sometimes I can were and xl or a xxl, sometimes I can wear a 36 0r 38 in the waist, and some times I can wear a 32 or 34 in my inseam all depending if the brands sizing run smaller or larger
Amazon now sell pants where you can actually state your leg and waist measure - worked great for me
This has always been challenging for me. I'm average height but that's the only thing average. I have a very large head, wide neck, wide shoulders, wide hips, long torso, and wide legs. "Normal" cuts make me look like a human box, a guy whose clothes are too small/tight, or if I go up in size I look like a child wearing his dads clothes.
When you have weird proportions it takes longer to find what works, and you have to try everything on, and preferably have people you trust go with you to get other objective opinions. When anything you do will emphasize one of your extreme traits, go with the ones that emphasize the more preferable extremes, like wider shoulders instead of a long torso/ bigger head.
Going with no tie with 2-3 open buttons on my shirt, double breasted coats that are cut for wide shoulders but tighten in the torso (but not too much), dark suits, no whites or grays. All of these help me look more proportional, except that I still look quite wide but that's ok because I just am lol. Pants are always very difficult because I need a good middle ground to make them look longer without being too tight or too high so I often have to get them hemmed.
I’m 6’2ft lean and it’s hard to find a fit that isint baggy in the torso so I always have to go custom; it’s also hard finding the collar that isint too wide : /
Wow this one really helped !
Awesome - thanks for letting me know!
I'm 5'10 and athletic build. Problem is my torso is big (L-XL) but my arms are short and not so big (M). Slim fit short sleeved shirts fit me perfectly but I can't really find anything long sleeved that fits me. So I tend to always take off my upper clothes indoors
Great Channel Great Video (s) As Always. 👍🏼👍🏼💯 Thanks
I appreciate you! thanks for watching my videos.
I sometimes have problems with proportions in clothing because - I'm 6ft 5" in height, and my shoulders are just over 2ft across, BUT i'm not that large in the chest maybe...44" & so my clothes in xl or even 2times x large fit tight to my arms, but more baggy in the chest, this notices more in some clothes than with others.
Wish I heard advice like this years ago. I'm old now and learned the hard way by making many mistakes.
45 years old man 6 foot 3 189lbs athletic and it is difficult to find good quality fitting clothing. Thank you for your advice.
I’m normally a jeans or athletic shorts guy. I have to dress up for the first time in awhile so I’m nervously looking for tips. Last time I bought slacks the pockets puffed out, can I expect that or is there a size differential I’m unaware of?
Any tips at all would be tremendous. God bless.
I'm 54, 6'-1" and weigh 240 pounds - athletic frame - and I also have a masters degree. People always mistake me for either a cop or a mobster. I'm trying to find the right balance with my clothes. I'm a pretty simple guy but I've found that the more expensive clothes have a better fabric that just lays really nice on my body. I'm also dealing with having to get everything tailored. I'm right between XL and XXL - even some XXL is snug in the arms/neck/shoulders. If you haven't already, can you do a video for us bigger (but not fat) guys?
Is it always better to be feared than respected 😂😂
I mentioned this in another comment on another one of your videos (why does "fashion" cost so damn much when it costs them peanuts to make?): what makes Peter Manning's $95 jeans better than a pair of Amazon Essentials jeans for $30 with the same fit? Or the $185 Italian Denim for that matter? It may be a bit softer, but that isn't worth an additional $60-150 to me. I feel like I'm getting ripped off 90% of the time and just paying for a name. A great example I always remember is my ex-girlfriend had $125 rubber/vinyl Coach rain boots that her grandmother bought her, they didn't have the logo all over them or anything, they were pure black with a gold plated buckle at the top, they're no different than a pair of black $20 rain boots that you could get at Target. I've tried to, but I just don't understand the price attached to fashion. The same can't be said about other things: a $20 Nokia TracFone is a garbage compared to a $1200 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the difference is clearly noticeable even if you aren't into tech.
I'm 6"5 tall. The current selling 'Modern fit' sportcoats are shorter in length, if you are as tall as I am, todays 'Modern Fit' Sportcoat won't look good on you. The last thing you want if your tall is to is draw attention to the length of your legs by wearing a shorter length sportcoat. Your coat will look too short as if you borrowed it from someone else. Modern fit sportcoats and suits are all we can find can find for sale to buy right now - to the extent that no one sells or manufacturers traditional length sportcoats anymore. Im personally ready for this Modern Fit coat fad to end
Totally agree. TOM FORD said jacket s should go over the butt not halfway making them look even bigger.
If Tom Ford is selling sportcoats in the traditional length he has an edge in today's market. Adversely, the clothes he sells cost thousands of dollars. Only Attorneys, Doctors and celebrities can afford to buy from him
Shawl is by far my favorite sweater style. I must have like 4-5 of them in sweater and cardigan styles. I'm 6'3" ish / 220 lbs, and for sure am cognizant of everything I wear, especially with long skinny legs. The worst part about being a bigger dude though, is the lack of shoe options. I wear 13W-13.5, sometimes 14. Wide feet. Many cool shoe options stop at 12 or 13 and for some reason, shoes just feel way more narrow nowadays than they should. For regular and dress shirts, jackets, and pants, probably 75% of my closet has been tailored. Having something fit your specific body type and walking out of the house looking trim just feels good. And I'm certain nearly everyone in your sphere notices that you always look on point. A properly fitted tshirt and crisp jeans can set it off too. Some things I own have been tailored more than once through the years and I get more dad weight/muscle. Glad stations like this exist. Btw, it's "all of a sudden"....anyway, Semper Fi!
6’1 290lbs (used to be 315 I’m working on it) I have broad shoulders and a little muscular, I realized I don’t look nearly as fat as I truly am. Well I just found out why. I’m mostly torso. I’m 6’1 and my wife is 5’6 and we both have the same length inseam at 29 inches. I’m 29 years old and I’ve worn 32 all my life on my inseam and I never knew! I just always wore heeled boots and they disguised the length of my damn pants.
The head size is very interesting.
I'm 6 foot 1 with an somewhat larger than usual head - although I also have broad shoulders. Short cropped hair is the order of the day.
With a short cut (military style) I look like a doorman at a bar - kind of a hard nut. If I let my hair grow long I look like a baby face. Short hair in perpetuity it is.
I know about the head dilema but from bodybuilding were the shorter you are the gigger your head look. Paradoxically the shorter you are the easier is to bulk up. At 6,6 my body dont look like anything special but can generate quite significant power.
I'm 6' ant maybe 160lbs... trying to find anything off the rack is almost impossible... if it is long enough in torso and arm it is built like a tent... i can find "vintage cut" from time to time but i sew most of my shirts in myself...pants suck too... trying to find a proper 31' waste and 33' leg is so hard, so most of my pants don't fit proper... i have to shop in my budget, which really can't afford tailored or high end
Dressing for height is important, but what should I do when clothes producers discriminate me by not making S size of the clothes I like. I also have very weird proportions with long torso but not equally long arms
My height is 5"10 and I don't have idea dress cloth which cloth is perfect for me
🙏 Agreed! Learnt that , shorter sleeves , jackets / blazers or pants makes one look younger! Well tailored & fitting to our body shape clothings will make us look dressed right! 😊🙏 Thank You So Much Real Men Real Style channel for the illumination! Many Happy Good Blessings in Return to You! 🌷🌿🌎💜🕊
I’m 5’8 slim with wide shoulders and a thick neck big ups on the Peter manning recommendation
Im somewhat tall, with a rather normal build. I'd like a follow up on this video, where you dive into actual measurements and ratios - how do I hit the La Divina proportione?
Thank you for this valuable video. For years, I have tried to figure out why some things look fantastic on me, whereas others do not, although they are the same size. I am about to retire. So, one might say that I do not need to worry about this now. However, I still want to be even more stylish now that I have a better idea about what that means. So, a tailor is on my list of friends to embrace, and hire (LOL)!!! By the way, I am around 5'10" and still in decent shape. So, why not look my very best? Thank you RMRS for your invaluable information!!! You really nailed this one!
I'd like to see Peter Manning carry more heritage style colors and weights in shirts. Like Portuguese Flannel, Outerknown, Iron Heart etc.
6'4 at 93kg. Pants are absolutely fine to get right but upper wear especially shirts and jackets always look like tents or just 3-4cm too short.
I used to just wear slimfit XL and not care about it much but sometimes I have to browse musclefit XL or even XXL to get something
that looks perfect. I really want to get a leather jacket as well but that's a real pain in the ass.
As a man that stands 5’8” and a half you would think that clothes off the rack fit perfectly. But I have short limbs. Most pants start at 30 inseam and I need those hemmed. Jackets sleeves are usually too long. Need those altered. Basically I have the torso of a 5’10” man with 5’7” legs.
I struggle a lot shopping being 6’6 and 230lbs. Suits I need a 48 in the chest but pants I need a 32/32
For all my tall brothers (I'm 6'9") American tall is where I get all my clothes from, check em out
I’m 5’7” and heavy (220) built like a bodybuilder/wrestler. Makes dressing well hard.
Great video
I'm 5'7" 185 and I'd have guessed Large would fit you quite well. Large is always too long for me, but your extra width may negate some of that annoying extra length.