If you’re a skinny guy, you may be struggling to find things to wear. Luckily for you, many clothes are made with skinny people in mind – just look at any runway model. This means you should have free reign to wear pretty much whatever you want. 

Still, you may want to appear less skinny than you are. If so, there are a few tips we can give you to look your best when dressing for your body type. Let’s get into it. 

Below we’ll be looking at our three main tips for dressing to appear a bit bulkier. 

Wear Bulkier Clothes

One of the easiest ways to appear less skinny is to wear an extra layer or two of bulky fabric. While you’d want to avoid this if you’re trying to appear skinny, it’s perfect for appearing larger than you are. 

For example, a heavy sweater or jacket can make a big difference in how big you appear to be. Just be sure not to go overboard and wear things that don’t fit, or aren’t appropriate for the weather. 

Wear Multiple Layers

As with the point above, be sure you’re dressing appropriately for the weather. But, if it’s cold out, wearing a couple of layers can help fill out your frame. For example, go for an undershirt, dress shirt, sweater, and jacket combo. This is also a great way to add in some visual and textural contrast to your outfit!

Try Different Fits

Another mistake skinny guys make is wearing clothes that are either too slim or too baggy. Either of these fits can work for your body type, but try switching it up. By experimenting with different fits, you can see what works best for you. You may be surprised by how different you look in different fits. 

Why Gaining Weight May Be Your Best Option

skinny man measuring his arm

If you want to appear less skinny, wearing clothes that make you appear larger isn’t a long-term solution. At the end of the day, if you’re super skinny, clothes can only do so much. So, while the tips in this article can help, gaining weight will be necessary if you want to appear bigger. 

Many skinny guys struggle with gaining weight, but it doesn’t have to be complicated! Use an online calorie calculator to figure out how much you need to eat to gain weight. From here, track your calories, making sure you’re eating enough protein to support muscle growth. Around 0.7-1g per pound of body weight should be enough. Also, be sure you’re hitting the gym and practicing strength training several times per week. 

While it will be a slow process, over time you will notice significant changes to your physique. If you no longer want to be skinny, you can make a change!

Conclusion

We hope this article’s given you some inspiration on how to dress as a skinny guy. Remember, if you don’t want to appear skinny, your best solution will be to gain some high-quality muscle.

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