Ever notice how two persons who are around the same height seem to be different in height?
At least perception wise?
The resulting perception is what it’s all about when you dress well.
How long the height does not just depend on one’s genetic nature; it also depends on the fashion choices that one can make.
The good news? You can give yourself an extra edge in terms of height without having any idea of fashion.
In the following article, you will learn that in order to give yourself some added height, you do not necessarily have to be a fashion guru.
Here are 11 stylish ways to appear taller and fake height that are simple to use and will give you a strikingly confident look.
Let’s dive right in!
The secret weapon is the dress code of monochrome outfits as far as we know.
Today, you don’t have to wear monochrome as it literally means wearing black from head to toe all the time.
Wearing one color or a combination of shades of the particular color you wear results in creating a vertical line from head to toe that makes you appear taller.
The darkest of these colors which include navy, black and charcoal are the best suited for this outfit, however lighter shades can also be used but this should be done in the right manner.
For instance, To avoid looking flat, I suggest trying out textures in only one color. For example, dress in a wool blazer with colour cotton chinos of the same colours.
Another little secret each man will find helpful is always choose pants that are a shade darker than your top as a bonus fashion tip.
Smoking pants in shades of gray and navy will make your legs seem taller. while a lighter top will allow for a bit of breathing room for the look.
This may sound to be cliché but vertical stripes do not make you look wider.
These elements visually elongate the space since they make people look at the higher levels.
From the business men’s suit to the shirt with stripes that goes from top to bottom, these are designs that instantly makes its wearer look taller without much effort.
Although they have their share of designs that make the wearer look better, some of the designs to avoid are; Horizontal stripes which make one look wider and shorter.
Like all varieties of pants, high-waisted pants create the illusion of extending past your legs, giving your lower body a longer look.
Best worn with a tucked in shirt or slim fitted sweater to enhance the line.
High-waist trousers trends need to be worn with loafers or derby shoes for such a classy and taller look.
Shoes also do not make it very noticeable that they are making you taller. Picking the right shoes that will increase height is the best thing a man can do…
Whenever it is possible, try to choose a shoe with a heel or special inserts that will make you feel taller.
By wearing some elevation on your feet such as Chelsea boots, You should be fine if you wear sneakers with thick soles or a particular style of dress shoe with an elevated heel.
Choosing a perfect pair of shoes is simply destiny and can either break or make your outfit besides giving you the much needed extra height.
By the time one is choosing shoes it is important to consider the looks of the shoe and the use of the shoe.
Chelsea boots also give height, in addition to versatility, that is, they can be combined with both trousers and suits, business or casual.
Higher stacked heel shoes function similarly, but trainers and sneakers with clean, thick soles convey a more laid-back athletic style.
Modern elevator shoes do not in any way appear as if you’re wearing elevator shoes – more like regular shoes and can come in handy when you want to Flaunt an inch or two secretly.
Loose fitting or oversized clothing will overwhelm your proportions, and thus reduce your height.
It is not slim as in slim jeans, but rather fitted which gives direction to your shape while making your legs look taller.
If your clothes are well fitting, they leave smooth fabric stretching the direction of your body’s length.
Oversized clothing on the other hand brings in extra layering which is unnecessary and makes you look shorter and more messy.
Business styled trousers, blazers, and shirts allow your body to have a slender form but not tight, which are moderately fitted.
Stay as smooth as possible; opt for fine fabric shirts with a slim fit for the shirts, blazers and trousers.
If you partially or fully tuck your shirt, you get the illusion of a higher waistline, which will help you look taller.
A full-tuck is the perfect combination with jeans or chinos will make you look casual yet sharp.
Here’s how to make these highlights look work, when doing thefull-tuck select a fitted, flowing shirt and jeans.
Roll in the front & back section and tuck it into your waist so it becomes more of a style statement than sloppy dressing.
To capture the relaxed casual sophistication of this outfit wear slim-fit chinos or jeans and low-top Sneakers or loafers.
Wear your shirt tucked in front down to the pants. It adds height symbolically but it is not very formal.
What makes actual outfits are necklines, sometimes, you can raise the neckline. The V-neck shirts are flattering with regards to the neck because they create an illusion of height.
In its function as either a sweater or a t-shirt, the V-neck is easily one of the better decisions one could make.
Layering is the other form of increasing the impact of V-necks extensively. For instance, combine a V neck sweater with a well ironed button up shirt with the neck of the button up shirt partly unbuttoned.
This not only creates a third dimension to your dressing but will also help to improve the vertical lines that creates the illusion of height.
In selecting a V-neck, one should not choose either a V-neck with a cutting-edge V-neck or a shallow one.
An excessively deep neckline is likely to appear vulgar or too provocative, while a shallow line at the bust doesn’t provide the right look.
Keep it minimal, sleek and elegant so that it will appeal to the eye height and would be sustainable for generations.
Wear a V-neck sweater on top of a collared shirt in order to enhance your height, look taller & smart.
Large accessories such as belts or bags will also tend to draw more attention to your frame.
Limit the pieces to pure accessories, which need not be an ornament, but have to work in harmony with the rest of the image.
Your Go-To Items such as a thin leather belt, a silver chain, and simple watches should be fine.
Loose trousers pull you down, change the proportions and make you appear as if you have stumps for legs.
Choose clean looking and tailored jeans straight through the legs and slightly constricted at the bottoms. These cuts shave off some weight and bring sharper edges that make you stand a little taller.
Wearing jeans that are too big & baggy can make you look bulky and thus, our lower half of the body looks shorter and wider than it is.
A better choice would be trousers that are cut to mimic the line of your legs, including slim or straight cut jeans.
The choices mentioned above not only are taller leg options but also give a new modern and classy appearance.
In this case, the length of jeans counts as well…
When jeans droop around the ankles, this minimizes the sight-line, so they should be worn where they just touch the tops of the shoes worn. This subtle change only goes a long way.
For those looking to add a little height, jeans worn together with ankle boots give your legs a taller look.
Some clothing tricks simply will not work if you have an improper posture.
Sometimes, trying to look taller can be an excellent instinct – by standing straight, or sitting up tall, you can gain an extra inch or two.
Moreover, good posture gives you confidence, and this always helps one to stand or sit tall.
Posture is definitely not just about alignment as it works wonders and boosts self esteem to a level that people around view them differently.
Make an effort to get your ears, shoulders, and hips into line when standing up. To ensure your back is well supported, exercise your stomach muscles to ensure that you do not fall back when seated.
Do a quick check while standing, make sure your ear-line is parallel with your shoulders, and the line from your hips.
By applying these tips, you can improve your looks, confidence and literally walk and even dance tall.
But let us not forget the fact that style is actually the outward manifestation of one’s attitude therefore wear your outfit with the right attitude.
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