u/BATTLEMAGE420

Not sure if this is allowed, but I have an extra ticket to the show. I am looking for a friend to come in the meantime but hey, figured I would feel it out here and see if anybody would be up for it if the vibe is right??

33 year old guy, just feel like that is important to include as far as where to start.

Hey everyone,

I'm a bigger guy (about 260lbs, 5'11") and I've been really struggling with finding clothes that actually look good on me. I feel like everything I try on either makes me look like a potato sack or just emphasizes all the wrong areas.

I've been trying to dress better for a while now but honestly feel lost. Some specific things I'm dealing with:

• My stomach area is my biggest insecurity - shirts never seem to lay flat
• I carry most of my weight in my midsection
• I have a decent upper body but clothes never seem to show that
• I feel like I look sloppy no matter what I wear

Some questions I'm hoping the community can help with:

1. What types of shirts actually work for bigger guys? (patterns, fits, fabrics?)
2. Are there any layering tricks that help slim the silhouette?
3. What should I be wearing underneath my shirts to smooth things out?
4. Any specific brands that cater to bigger builds without looking like "big and tall" store clothes?
5. What colors and patterns are most flattering?

I know confidence is part of it, but I genuinely want practical advice. I see some bigger guys who dress really sharp and I can never figure out how they pull it off.

Any advice from guys who've figured this out would mean a lot. Thanks in advance.