Know what 'suits' your body shape
Dress2kill image consultant Shirley Biggs outlines the 3 different body types of men and gives some pointers on how to buy the best fitting suit for each one.
DEFINING YOUR BODY DIRECTION
Men will be one of three different body types/directions: Triangular, Rectangular, Contoured.
Triangular Body Shape
- Broad shoulders
- Small waist.
- Tapered ribcage
- Narrow hips.
Jackets
- Little or no padding on shoulders
- Wide or peaked lapels
- Single breasted three button
- Double breasted one button
Trousers
- Double pleat with belt.
- Slim -fit.
- Tapered leg.
Rectangular Body Shape
- Straight ribcage: Shoulders, Waist, Hips - all similar measurements
Jackets
- Define shoulders with use of padding.
- Single/double breasted
- Notched/peak lapels.
Trousers
- Single pleats.
- Regular-fit
- Straight leg
- Side adjustors or belt
Contoured Body Shape
- Sloping Shoulders
- Fuller Waist
- Rounded hips/tum
- Wide ribcage
Jacket
- Moderate padding.
- Notched lapels
- Single breasted.
Trousers
- Flat-front.
- Relaxed-fit
- Straight leg
- Belt or side adjustors.
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