The Best T-shirts For Short Fat Guys

Here we discuss why it's been so hard for short and fat guys to find t-shirts that fit - and why our t-shirts will actually fit and make you look slimmer and taller!

We're Here for You T-shirts for Short & Fat Guys

Taking a closer look at our t-shirts for short fat men and why they will make you look and feel your best!  

Finding t-shirts for short guys is hard enough - but add to the mix having a short and fat (we prefer to use terms like broad or brawny) body type, and things get even more difficult. Having a short pant inseam is extremely difficult as it is, but even that isn’t the answer. There are a few more factors that go into buying t-shirts if you’re a short and heavy-set guy. Today, we’ll take a look at those factors so that you can get t-shirts that fit, look great, are comfortable, and most importantly, won’t break the bank.

We'll go through the 3 main factors that go into getting the perfect outfit for short and fat men when it comes to stylish t-shirts!  

1. Fit

If you are short and heavy, you’re going to need shirts and pants that look proportionate to your body type. t-shirts that are too long will only make you look stupider. Additionally, you need something that is slimming. That is achieved in both shirts and pants by having a tapered fit. For shirts, that means something that is trim in the sleeves and body. For pants, that means having a tapered leg from the knee down, so that it follows the natural contours of the body. When your shirts are billowy and your pants are straight cut, you’ll miss the opportunity to give off a slimmer appearance.

Our shirts are specifically designed to have shorter sleeves and overall length, which is the first key to getting something that fits. Secondly, we’ve designed our bigger sizes to accommodate a larger neck size, but still retain a slim arm hole and sleeve. The body of the shirt is slim but not tight, which means it drapes really well even on a guy with a bigger gut. Our XL shirts can fit someone with a neck size of 17” and can be worn tucked in or untucked. Plus, we have both dress shirts and casual shirts.

Our pants collection, which currently includes dress pants, chinos, jeans, and joggers, is all specifically made to have a tapered leg that follows the shape of your body. That means that your silhouette will be sleeker and slimmer than anything made in a straighter cut. We also carry waist sizes up to 40” in select jeans (Bruce Gray and Bruce Black) and 38'' in almost everything else, so you can almost certainly find something that works for you.

What’s important to understand is that as you go up in sizes both in shirts and pants (on the waist), the rest of the proportions will increase too. So if you try jeans in 38” waist but the leg is too tight, if you size up to the 40” size waist, the leg will be looser. Similarly, if you try a Large shirt, but it’s too tight on the chest, or the sleeves are too short, the Extra Large will be looser in those areas.

2. Fabric

If you’re a short, fat guy, the fabric that makes up the t-shirts you wear is especially important. Most likely, you’re going to want something with a little stretch and give in it so it can expand when you need it to. Years ago, short fat guys were forced to buy pants with elastic waistbands. But those can be unsightly and sometimes have their limits. Plus, the rest of the pants weren’t stretchy, so the only area that really moved with you was the waist. And the same goes for shirts, except there was no magic elastic clothing brands could put on a shirt to make it more flexible and malleable. I’m sure many guys have had the problem where shirts would tear on seams or stress points, such as the elbow.

We’ve engineered ALL of our t-shirts to have stretch in them. Some fabrics have more stretch than others, though. For example, our Kingston Jeans are so stretchy they honestly feel more like sweatpants or track pants than they do denim! Another crucial thing to note is that we make sure the waistband is extremely stretchy, as well as the rest of the jeans. So you won’t be blowing out the crotch seam any time soon. Additionally, dress pants are usually hard to find in stretch fabrics - but our Jon Dress Pants have unbelievable four-way stretch, and still look formal and sharp. Trust me, you won’t believe how comfortable our pants are. If you’re a heavier guy, it’ll be a life-saver.

Our dedication to stretchy and comfortable fabrics also extends to shirts. We’ve recently gotten our hands on a stretch poplin dress shirt fabric that is crazy comfortable and lightweight. For bigger guys, these shirts are a real game-changer. They have the stretch and the comfort, but also the look of a classic dress shirt to go with all your formal outfits!

3. Styles & Patterns

If you’re a short fat guy, there are certain styles of clothing you’re going to want to favor, while others you’ll want to avoid. For example, you’re going to want to stay away from big bold patterns like checks and plaids, and horizontal lines. You’ll also want to stay away from light colors as they can accentuate curves.

On the other hand, darker colors and solid or subtle patterns can be your best friend. Smaller checks are totally wearable, and darker colors will hide curves. We’ve made sure to carry all of the most versatile colors men can wear - black, blue, and gray - and still have mixed some other fun colors like khaki and light blue into our collections.

Those dark colors will look great on bigger, fatter guys and will make them look taller and leaner. You can still have fun and mix in some patterns like our check shirt or slubby Oxford shirts, but the important thing is that these patterns aren’t going to accentuate or amplify your body shape. Best T-shirts For Short Fat Guys for more styling tips!

Conclusion

In summary, short and fat guys' t-shirt brands have been few and far between. Street fashion has you covered by offering shirts and pants in larger sizes and in fits and colors that will make you look leaner, slimmer, and taller. As always, if you have any recommendations, questions, or suggestions for clothing you’d like to see us make, we will be sure to get back to you. We very much appreciate hearing feedback from our supportive community of short, and short and fat guys!